Camden

AR

Ouachita County, Arkansas

Population 22K |Median income $49,268 |1 hospital

Population
22,085
Ouachita County
Median Income
$49,268
-28% vs avg
Median Home Value
$102,100
-55% vs avg
Median Age
43.8
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
22K-14%
Median Income
$49,268+54%
Median Home Value
$102,100+46%
Poverty Rate
18.9%-18%
Unemployment
5.2%-60%

Economics

Median Rent
$764/mo
Poverty Rate
18.9% +33% vs avg
Unemployment 5.2%
Bachelor's Degree+ 16.3%
Work From Home 4.6%
Public Transit 0%

Population

White 54.6%
African American 40.8%
Two or More Ethnicities 1.7%
Asian 0.3%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
49.5%
Obesity
43.5%
Short Sleep Duration
41%
Physical Inactivity
38%
Frequent Mental Distress
19.1%
Current Smoking
18.2%
Diabetes
17.7%
Frequent Physical Distress
17.5%
Binge Drinking
12%
Lack of Health Insurance
11.3%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 51.9%
Annual Checkup 82%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
11%
Coronary Heart Disease
9.3%
Stroke
5.4%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
1/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
OUACHITA COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER
CAMDEN · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
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Alerts & News — Camden Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Chester and York Counties in South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central South Carolina Through 9:45 AM

NOAA · 29m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 29m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 35m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Camden, AR? ▼
Camden, AR has a population of 22,085 people, located in Ouachita County, Arkansas.
What is the median household income in Camden? ▼
The median household income in Camden, AR is $49,268 per year. The poverty rate is 18.9%.
What is the median home value in Camden? ▼
The median home value in Camden, AR is $102,100. Median rent is $764/month.
What are the top health concerns in Camden? ▼
The top health indicators in Camden include High Blood Pressure (49.5%), Obesity (43.5%), Short Sleep Duration (41%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Camden? ▼
Camden has 1 hospital with an average rating of 1/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Camden? ▼
The median age in Camden, AR is 43.8 years. 16.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Camden, AR is located in Ouachita County, Arkansas. With a population of 22K and a median household income of $49,268, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 1/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Camden area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Ouachita County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.