1st Advantage MortgageFaulkner County households have a median income of $67,289 and median rent of $1,005 a month (ACS 2020 to 2024). Those figures describe the county, not you: compare at least three written offers by APR and total cost, and confirm the lender's license before you apply.
On this page
- Who lives in Faulkner County
- Household income in Faulkner County
- Rent, home values and ownership in Faulkner County
- Jobs and commutes in Faulkner County
- Faulkner County next to its neighbors
- Faulkner County towns compared
- A Faulkner County household budget, worked through
- Who lives in Faulkner County, in numbers
- Before borrowing in Faulkner County
- Before you sign
- Licensing and complaints for Faulkner County
- Nearby and statewide guides
- Frequently asked questions
Who lives in Faulkner County
Faulkner County is home to about 127,717 people, according to the Census Bureau's 2020 to 2024 American Community Survey, which makes it the 5th most populous of 75 county-level areas in Arkansas. It covers 647 square miles of land, or about 197 people per square mile. It is one of the counties that make up the Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR metropolitan statistical area (OMB, 2023). Of the 12 Census places inside Faulkner County, Conway leads by population with about 67,642; 12 of the 12 are incorporated.
Household income in Faulkner County
At $67,289, the typical Faulkner County household income is 2% above the median U.S. county ($65,681). In the state ranking that is 6th of 75.
| Households earning | Faulkner County | +/- vs Arkansas |
|---|---|---|
| Under $35,000 | 23.9% | -5.0 pts |
| $35,000 to $99,999 | 45.4% | +2.3 pts |
| $100,000 to $199,999 | 22.9% | +1.6 pts |
| $200,000 or more | 7.8% | +1.1 pts |
Some 24% of households here live on less than $35,000 a year; 31% have six-figure incomes. Census counts 14.5% of Faulkner County residents in poverty, against 16.0% across Arkansas. Income inequality, measured by the Gini index, comes to 0.452 here. A household earning below the $67,289 median should test any payment carefully; one earning above it should still pick the shortest term it can manage.
Rent, home values and ownership in Faulkner County
A typical Faulkner County rental runs $1,005 a month including utilities, which is 6% above Arkansas. 46% of renting households spend 30% or more of income on rent, and 21% spend half or more. Home values center on $232,700, or 3.5 years of median income. 62% of Faulkner County households own their home and 38% rent. Half the housing stock was built before 1998.
| Faulkner County | Arkansas | U.S. county median | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median gross rent | $1,005/mo | $947/mo | $877/mo |
| Median home value | $232,700 | $188,000 | $185,300 |
| Owners | 62% | 66% | 75% |
| Rent-burdened renters | 46% | 45% | 45% |
| Burdened owners | 23% | 22% | n/a |
| Mobile homes | 10.0% | 11.0% | n/a |
| Vacant units | 8% | 14% | n/a |
Jobs and commutes in Faulkner County
The biggest employer of Faulkner County residents, by industry, is education and health care at 28% of workers, followed by retail trade (13%). Education and health care stands out: 28% of workers here, versus 24% statewide. The survey's unemployment rate for Faulkner County averages 3.4% over 2020 to 2024 (state: 4.9%). About 82% drive to work alone and 19% have trips of 45 minutes or more. Only 4.3% of homes here go without a vehicle.
| Industry (employed residents 16+) | Faulkner County | Gap to Arkansas |
|---|---|---|
| Education and health care | 28.2% | +4.2 pts |
| Retail trade | 13.2% | 0.0 pts |
| Professional and administrative services | 11.2% | +3.0 pts |
| Arts, lodging and food service | 8.4% | +0.5 pts |
| Manufacturing | 8.2% | -4.5 pts |
| Construction | 6.7% | -0.6 pts |
Where long drives are the norm, a car repair is one of the most common surprise bills. A small repair fund can keep a breakdown from turning into a loan.
Faulkner County next to its neighbors
Six nearby counties, 22 to 36 miles away by the straight-line distance between their centers. None of the six report a higher median household income than Faulkner County; Pulaski County is highest at $62,873 and Van Buren County lowest at $50,354.
| Neighbor | Distance | Income | Rent | Own |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Faulkner County | - | $67,289 | $1,005/mo | 62% |
| Conway County, AR | 22 mi | $54,187 | $755/mo | 74% |
| Pulaski County, AR | 26 mi | $62,873 | $1,080/mo | 57% |
| Van Buren County, AR | 32 mi | $50,354 | $722/mo | 78% |
| White County, AR | 34 mi | $55,249 | $850/mo | 69% |
| Cleburne County, AR | 36 mi | $55,798 | $859/mo | 81% |
| Perry County, AR | 36 mi | $55,764 | $805/mo | 80% |
Faulkner County towns compared
12 Census places fall mainly inside Faulkner County; the 12 biggest are below. They account for 85,410 residents, leaving about 33% of the county in unincorporated, unnamed areas. Incomes vary by place: $111,667 at the median in Wooster, $35,156 in Quitman. Linked names have their own city guide; this page covers every other Faulkner County community.
| Community | Type | Residents | Household income (median) | Rent (median) | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conway | city | 67,642 | $63,004 | $1,011 | 9 mi |
| Greenbrier | city | 6,018 | $57,214 | $1,192 | 6 mi |
| Vilonia | city | 4,498 | $81,815 | $1,364 | 8 mi |
| Mayflower | city | 2,861 | $75,682 | $1,251 | 13 mi |
| Wooster | town | 1,023 | $111,667 | $1,167 | 7 mi |
| Quitman | city | 805 | $35,156 | $652 | 18 mi |
| Guy | city | 720 | $75,592 | $925 | 12 mi |
| Holland | city | 623 | $45,375 | $1,438 | 4 mi |
| Enola | town | 432 | $65,625 | $800 | 8 mi |
| Damascus | town | 348 | $57,500 | $800 | 16 mi |
| Twin Groves | town | 258 | $39,598 | $769 | 13 mi |
| Mount Vernon | town | 182 | $39,286 | $725 | 13 mi |
A Faulkner County household budget, worked through
Here is the Faulkner County median household run through a simple DTI check. Your numbers will differ.
- Median income divided by twelve: $5,607 before taxes
- Housing at the median rent of $1,005 uses 18%
- At 36%, room after rent is $1,014 a month
Car, student loan and card payments come out of that room first. Try your own numbers in the calculator.
Who lives in Faulkner County, in numbers
College graduates make up 35% of the adult population. 7.1% of residents have no health coverage.
| Residents | Faulkner County | Arkansas | Middle U.S. county |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 34.1 | 38.5 | 41.5 |
| Bachelor's or higher | 35.0% | 25.7% | 22.2% |
| No high school diploma | 6.6% | 11.3% | n/a |
| No health insurance | 7.1% | 9.0% | 7.8% |
| No vehicle | 4.3% | 5.9% | 5.4% |
| Work from home | 8.5% | 8.8% | 8.7% |
| Poverty rate | 14.5% | 16.0% | 13.2% |
| Unemployment (ACS) | 3.4% | 4.9% | 4.4% |
| Commute length | Faulkner County |
|---|---|
| Under 15 min | 32.8% |
| 15 to 29 min | 28.2% |
| 30 to 44 min | 19.9% |
| 45 to 59 min | 12.9% |
| 60+ min | 6.2% |
Before borrowing in Faulkner County
What the Faulkner County figures suggest, and what to check first:
- Keeping the car running. At 19% with long commutes, repairs are a frequent Faulkner County emergency; first decide if the car is worth fixing.
- Renters under pressure. When 46% pay 30% or more for rent, the smallest loan that solves the problem is the right size.
- Debt consolidation. One fixed payment can save money only if the written APR and fees beat what you pay now (guide).
Before you sign
Quick steps for Faulkner County:
- Size the loan to the bill, not to the most a lender offers.
- Collect three written offers and compare APR and total repaid.
- Only work with lenders licensed for Arkansas borrowers.
- Never pay a fee up front to get a loan.
Licensing and complaints for Faulkner County
No county office licenses personal lenders. For Faulkner County, check the Arkansas State Bank Department. Federal complaints: consumerfinance.gov. The Arkansas guide covers state rules in more detail.
Nearby and statewide guides
City guides inside Faulkner County, and the statewide guide:
Frequently asked questions
What is the median household income in Faulkner County?
$67,289 a year in the 2020 to 2024 Census survey, versus $60,773 for Arkansas. It ranks 6th of 75 in the state.
What do renters pay in Faulkner County?
$1,005 a month at the median, about 18% of median household income.
Does this page cover Conway?
Yes, along with the other 11 Census places in Faulkner County, such as Greenbrier, Vilonia, Mayflower.
Does my county matter to the questionnaire?
Only your state does. Whether you live in Faulkner County or elsewhere in Arkansas, the same rules apply.
Where can someone in Faulkner County check a lender's license?
With the Arkansas State Bank Department. If a lender is unlicensed or asks for a fee before funding, walk away.