Paragould, AR — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Greene County · Arkansas
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for Paragould based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
29,940
2023 ACS
Median Income
$56,181
2023
Median Home Value
$175,400
2023
Median Rent
$883
2023
Median Age
36.2
Unemployment
8.6%
Cost of Living Index
89.7
100 = national avg
Paragould is a city in Greene County, Arkansas, with a population of 29,940 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. Paragould is one of the communities in Arkansas.
The median household income in Paragould is $56,181, and the median home value is $175,400. The cost of living index is 89.7 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $883 per month. The unemployment rate is 8.6%, and the median age is 36.2 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
29,940
Male
14,633
48.9%
Female
15,307
51.1%
Median Age
36.2
Age Distribution
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
10.9%
High School or Higher
39.3%
Foreign Born
1.2%
Veterans
6.0%
Married
38.9%
Avg Household Size
2.5
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.218
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
88.0%
Foreign Born
1.2%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
5.0%
1,512 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
95.0%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Asian Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
27,904
English Only
97.3%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
460 speakers
Limited English
0.7%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
99.3%
Limited English Proficiency
0.7%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
1,786
6.0% of population
Disability Rate
30.2%
540 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$52,234
Unemployment Rate
7.3%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,701
95.2%
Female Veterans
85
4.8%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$52,234
Non-Veteran Income
$28,789
Difference
$23,445
81.4% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
540
Without Disability
1,246
Disability Rate
30.2%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
16,652
#1 Ancestry
American
15.9% (4,774)
#2 Ancestry
English
13.5% (4,053)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
10.5% (3,149)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
11,601
Family Households
7,597
65.5%
Married Couples
5,125
44.2%
Non-Family Households
4,004
34.5%
Single Mother Households
1,541
13.3%
Single Father Households
931
8.0%
Living Alone
3,330
28.7%
Children Under 18
Total Children
6,070
In Married Couple
3,839
63.2%
With Single Mother
1,439
23.7%
With Single Father
792
13.0%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$60,310
Married Couple Income
$79,921
Single Mother Income
$45,036
Single Father Income
$43,977
Avg Family Size
2.5
Avg Non-Family Size
2.5
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
285
Grandparents Responsible
111
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$56,181
-23% vs national
Per Capita Income
$26,916
-28% vs national
Poverty Rate
16.8%
+23% vs national
Gini Index
0.4200
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
8.6%
+66% vs national
SNAP Recipients
15.4%
of households
How Paragould Compares
Paragould vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Paragould is highlighted.
Median Household Income
Paragould, AR has a median household income of $56,181, making it the 18,389th highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Paragould has a higher median household income than 35% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
Paragould, AR has a per capita income of $26,916, making it the 20,529th highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that Paragould has a higher per capita income than 27% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
Paragould, AR has a poverty rate of 16.8%, making it the 9,512th highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that Paragould has a higher poverty rate than 70% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
Paragould, AR has a unemployment rate of 8.6%, making it the 5,200th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that Paragould has a higher unemployment rate than 83% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in Paragould. The median household income here is $56,181.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
8.6%
+41% vs AR avg
Labor Force
14,108
Employed
12,891
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
10.9%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
39.3%
of adults 25+
Median Age
36.2
Work from Home
3.0%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Arkansas metro area
Highest-Paying Job
Registered Nurses
Top Median Wage
$77.1K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
89.7
100 = national avg
-10.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$39,463
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$93,276
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$772
per month
2 Bedroom
$905
per month
The median household income in Paragould, AR is $56,181, which is 23.3% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $26,916. The poverty rate of 16.8% is lower than the AR state average of 19.2%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4200, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 8.6%, compared to the state average of 6.1%. The labor force is 14,108. 10.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. About 85.1% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 89.7, which is 10.3% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 89.1. A single adult needs to earn approximately $39,463 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$194,700
Median List Price
$189,900
Price Per Sq Ft
$118
Days on Market
68
Active Inventory
108
Months of Supply
3.2
Seller's market
Zillow Home Value
$185,271
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$900
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
11.8%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
11.4%
Sale-to-List Ratio
96.7%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
34
New Listings
33
Pending Sales
44
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$118
Median List $/SF
$134
Paragould vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Paragould is highlighted.
Median Home Value
Paragould, AR has a median home value of $175,400, making it the 14,224th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that Paragould has a higher median home value than 49% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
Paragould, AR has a median rent of $883, making it the 12,912th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that Paragould has a higher median rent than 42% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
Paragould, AR has a price per square foot of $118, making it the 15,667th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that Paragould has a higher price per square foot than 24% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
Paragould, AR has a rent burden of 18.9%, making it the 10,497th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that Paragould has a higher rent burden than 52% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$175,400
Median Rent
$883
Total Housing Units
12,485
Vacancy Rate
7.1%
Owner Occupied
56.0%
Renter Occupied
44.0%
Median Property Tax
$868
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$916
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$868
per year
Effective Tax Rate
0.49%
of home value
Median Home Value
$175,400
Estimated Mean Tax
$1,022
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($868) by the median home value ($175,400). In Paragould, AR, this works out to an effective rate of 0.49%. This is below the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in Paragould, AR is $194,700 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 68 days on the market. 11.8% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 3.2 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $118. Zillow's observed rent index is $900/month. About 56.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1990. There are 12,485 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $868. The effective tax rate is 0.49%, below the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
9.15
per 1,000 residents
+252% vs national
Property Crime Rate
28.98
per 1,000 residents
+68% vs national
Total Crimes
1,175
2024
Violent Clearance
30%
cases solved
Property Clearance
25%
cases solved
YoY Change
-27.4%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2023
How Paragould Compares
Source: FBI (2024)Paragould vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 25,000 - 50,000 residents. Paragould is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)Paragould police solve 100% of murder cases but only 20% of burglary cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 1 | 0.03 | 100.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 27 | 0.88 | 44.4% |
| Robbery | Violent | 8 | 0.26 | 50.0% |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 246 | 7.98 | 27.6% |
| Burglary | Property | 108 | 3.50 | 20.4% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 723 | 23.46 | 25.9% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 62 | 2.01 | 21.0% |
Paragould, AR reported 282 violent crimes and 893 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 9.15 per 1,000 residents is 252.0% above the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 30% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 723 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 17.5% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 282 | 893 | 9.15 | 28.98 |
| 2023 | 384 | 1,105 | 12.61 | 36.29 |
| 2022 | 348 | 1,153 | 11.49 | 38.06 |
| 2021 | 365 | 1,107 | 12.35 | 37.45 |
| 2020 | 381 | 1,331 | 13.01 | 45.45 |
| 2019 | 307 | 1,378 | 10.50 | 47.12 |
| 2018 | 269 | 1,506 | 9.33 | 52.24 |
| 2017 | 164 | 1,455 | 5.74 | 50.90 |
| 2016 | 161 | 1,380 | 5.70 | 48.84 |
| 2015 | 180 | 1,503 | 6.48 | 54.08 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
80.2
Relatively Low
Expected Annual Loss
75.9
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
67.2
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
30.6
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
28
Public Assistance
$12.1M
Individual Assistance
$861K
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
14 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
Showing 20 of 29 disasters
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
235
Total Claims Paid
$1,046,727
Avg Claim Payout
$4,454
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
3
Federal Funding
$550,864
Properties Protected
1
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.53
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 2 | $12,000 |
| 206.2: Safe Room (Tornado and Severe Wind Shelter) - Public Structures | 1 | $538,864 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
Paragould has a relatively low overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are earthquake, ice storm, heat wave. The area has had 28 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (14 declarations). 235 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $12,104,937 in public assistance recovery funding. $860,869 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 3 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
42.7%
6.6pp above the national average
Depression Rate
28.5%
5.0pp above the national average
Diabetes Rate
12.7%
0.8pp above the national average
Uninsured Rate
12.3%
1.7pp above the national average
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Outcomes
Age-adjusted prevalence rates. Green bars indicate rates below the national average; red indicates above.
High Cholesterol
38.2%
Arthritis
30.1%
Cancer (excl. skin)
8.3%
Teeth Lost (65+)
21.1%
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Frequent Mental Distress
20.9%
14+ days in past month
Depression
28.5%
Loneliness
36.7%
Lack of Support
27.6%
Disability Prevalence
Any Disability
42.5%
Mobility
19.2%
Cognitive
21.5%
Hearing
9.2%
Vision
6.9%
Self-Care
5.2%
Independent Living
11.9%
Health-Related Social Needs
Prevalence of social risk factors affecting community health
Paragould has an obesity rate of 42.7%, which is 6.6pp above the national average. The depression rate is 28.5%, 5.0pp above the national average. About 12.3% of adults lack health insurance. 77.7% of residents had an annual checkup in the past year.
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
5
Avg CMS Rating
2.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
1.9 mi
Arkansas Methodist Medical Cen...
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas Methodist Medical Center | 1.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| Baptist Memorial Hospital Jonesboro, Inc. | 13.0 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
| St Bernards Medical Center | 15.8 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 1/5 | Yes |
| Lawrence Memorial Hospital | 22.7 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | — | Yes |
| Piggott Community Hospital | 29.9 mi | Critical Access Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
2
Pop. Served
33,653
Violations (5yr)
0
No violations
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| PARAGOULD MUNICIPAL UTILITIES | 31,188 | 0 |
| ST FRANCIS RIVER REG WATER DD | 2,465 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
1
Total CO₂e
94.6K MT
Top Emitter
NORTHEAST ARKANSAS REGIONAL SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT DISTRICT
94.6K MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (25,000 - 50,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
NORTHEAST ARKANSAS REGIONAL SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT DISTRICT Northeast Arkansas Solid Waste District | Waste | 94,592 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 2 water systems serving the area. 1 industrial facility reports greenhouse gas emissions totaling 94.6K metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Drive Alone
85.1%
+8% vs national
Public Transit
0.2%
-80% vs national
Work From Home
3.0%
-67% vs national
Carpool
8.0%
Walk
2.2%
How Paragould's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2023)Fatalities
7
2023
6-Year Avg
4
fatalities/yr
Pedestrian
1
Nighttime
4
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
Commute data for Paragould, AR covers travel times and transportation modes. 85.1% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 3.0% work from home, which is below the AR state average of 5.8%. 8.0% of workers carpool. 2.2% walk to work. In 2023, there were 7 traffic fatalities from 6 fatal crashes. 1 was a pedestrian.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
86.6%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
72.9%
of households
No Internet
6.9%
of households
Total Households
11,601
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
94.7%
of households
Smartphone
90.7%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
68.9%
of households
Tablet
55.1%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
12.3¢
per kWh
-35% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Commercial Rate
10.2¢
per kWh
-34% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Industrial Rate
6.6¢
per kWh
-44% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$129
residential
-12% vs 25,000 - 50,000 avg
28% below the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Arkansas averages 12.3¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $129. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
Paragould vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (25,000 - 50,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
2
Population Served
33,653
Violations (5yr)
0
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PARAGOULD MUNICIPAL UTILITIES | Community | Ground water | 31,188 | 0 |
| ST FRANCIS RIVER REG WATER DD | Community | Ground water | 2,465 | 0 |
86.6% of households in Paragould have broadband internet access. 72.9% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 11.5% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 6.9% of households have no internet access. 17.8% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 2 water systems, providing water to 33,653 people. No water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. Paragould is located in Greene County, AR. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in Paragould.
Election Overview
Source: Greene County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
2,935
18.6%
GOP Votes
12,617
79.8%
Total Votes
15,820
Margin
R+61.2%
Shift from 2020
R+1.5pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2,935 | 12,617 | 15,820 | 18.6% | 79.8% | R+61.2 |
| 2020 | 3,058 | 12,670 | 16,100 | 19.0% | 78.7% | R+59.7 |
| 2016 | 3,056 | 10,698 | 14,422 | 21.2% | 74.2% | R+53.0 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Greene County recorded 15,820 total votes. Republicans won the county with 79.8% of the vote compared to 18.6% for Democrats, a margin of R+61.2%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+1.5pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Greene County has shifted 8.2 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
90
Total Assets
$135.1M
Total Income
$133.0M
Per 10K Residents
30.1
nonprofits
-62.2% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
10
Median Assets
$363K
Oldest Active
1941
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $129.3M of $135.1M total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Largest Nonprofits in Paragould
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFParagould, AR has 90 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $135.1M. The most common category is Human Services, with 11 organizations. 10 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 30.1 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1941.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
81
Total Approved
$30.6M
Jobs Supported
499
Per 10K Residents
27.1
SBA loans
-68.9% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
31
Top Lender
Centennial Bank
14 loans
Top Industry
Health Care & Social Assistance
Data Span
1992–2025
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
73
Total Amount
$24.8M
Avg Loan
$339,146
Median Loan
$145,834
SBA Guaranteed
$18.8M(76%)
Jobs Supported
400
Loans
8
Total Amount
$5.9M
Avg Loan
$733,750
Median Loan
$707,500
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
11
14% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$7.3M
24% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$660,555
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 25,000 - 50,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Walcott Enterprises Inc | 2 | $2.5M |
| Garrett H. Webb Dds Pa | 1 | $2.4M |
| Best Western Rustic Inn | 2 | $2.2M |
| Das Family Inc. | 1 | $2.0M |
| Shree Siddhi Vinayak Llc | 1 | $1.3M |
| Peerless Trailers, Llc | 1 | $1.3M |
| Arkansas Enterprises Llc | 1 | $1.1M |
| Ar. Outpatient Health Svcs,llc | 1 | $1.1M |
| Asas Paragould Llc | 3 | $1.1M |
| Retrospect Counseling Pllc | 1 | $1.0M |
Paragould, AR has received 81 SBA loans totaling $30.6M in approved funding between 1992 and 2025. The 7(a) program accounts for 73 loans (90% of the total), supporting 400 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 8 loans totaling $5.9M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Health Care & Social Assistance. The most active SBA lender in Paragould is Centennial Bank with 14 loans. That works out to 27.1 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
2
Total Population
46,119
Avg Median Income
$60,012
Avg Home Value
$168,950
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 72417 | 5,655 | $63,633 | $168,800 | $989 | 43.0 |
| 72450 | 40,464 | $56,390 | $169,100 | $865 | 285.3 |
Paragould, AR has 2 ZIP codes with a combined population of 46,119. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is $60,012. The average median home value is $168,950. The average median monthly rent is $927.
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