County profile · Arkansas
Sharp County, AR market data
How Sharp County compares with other counties for 56 business types: competitors, household spending, official counts and growth.
- Population, 2025
- 18,122
- +4.7% since 2020
- Households
- 6,856
- Median household income
- $44,637
- +28.7% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Median home value
- $105,100
- Jobs located here
- 3,642
- Highest market score
- 61
- Insurance agencies, #763 of 2,272 scored counties
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Free10 actions over 3 days, no cardSurvey estimates 2020–2024 · population estimates 2025 · official business counts 2023 · map listings September 2026 · Data credits · How we measure
What this means
Sharp County has an estimated 18,122 people and 6,856 households. Population estimates put the population change in Sharp County from 2020 to 2025 at +4.7%, faster than the U.S. (+3.1%). Median household income in Sharp County is $44,637, 45% below the U.S. median of $80,734. Against the 2015–2019 survey, the median rose 28.7%, before inflation.
Relative to the U.S., household spending in Sharp County runs highest on vehicle insurance (an index of 131, where 100 is the U.S. average) and lowest on memberships, classes and admissions (48).
Of the business types scored in Sharp County, insurance agencies (61); convenience stores (53); and lawn care, cleaning and pest control companies (52) have the highest Groundwork market scores. For insurance agencies, that ranks #763 of 2,272 scored counties.
Against the U.S., map listings per household run highest for physical therapy clinics (3.2 times the U.S. rate) and lowest for clothing, shoe and laundry businesses (37% below the U.S. rate).
All 56 business types in Sharp County
Highest Groundwork market score first. Each score compares Sharp County with other counties for that business type, from 0 to 100. Spending per listing divides a whole spending line (all vehicle repairs, all eating out) by one type’s listings: the demand for each competitor, not a business’s revenue. Compare it across markets with its index, where 100 is the U.S. figure for the same type; the real estate types, whose line is all housing costs, show the index only. How the score works.
| Business type | Score | Rank among counties | Listings | Per 10k households | Spending per listing | Spending per listing vs. U.S. (100) | Official establishments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Insurance agencies | 61 | #763 of 2,272 | 11 | 16.0 | $1.6M | 127 | 7 |
| Convenience stores | 53 | #1,012 of 2,261 | 5 | 7.3 | $7.1M | 91 | Under 3 |
| Lawn, cleaning and pest control | 52 | #792 of 1,771 | 7 | 10.2 | $1.2M | 70 | 3 |
| Fast food and sandwich shops | 51 | #1,107 of 2,222 | 7 | 10.2 | $2.9M | 94 | 11 |
| Gas stations | 48 | #1,269 of 2,358 | 11 | 16.0 | $1.9M | 78 | 12 |
| Clothing and shoe stores | 46 | #1,188 of 2,087 | 7 | 10.2 | $1.5M | 117 | Under 3 |
| Clothing, shoes and laundry | 44 | #1,334 of 2,210 | 10 | 14.6 | $1M | 119 | Under 3 |
| Salons, barbers and spas | 41 | #1,696 of 2,385 | 28 | 40.8 | $174K | 82 | 3 |
| Home repair trades | 40 | #1,515 of 2,057 | 11 | 16.0 | $1.4M | 59 | 7 |
| HVAC and plumbing | 37 | #1,323 of 1,707 | 9 | 13.1 | $1.8M | 37 | 4 |
| Real estate | 37 | #1,813 of 2,229 | 27 | 39.4 | Index only | 74 | 6 |
| Restaurants and cafes | 36 | #1,792 of 2,405 | 64 | 93.3 | $313K | 84 | 27 |
| Pizza | 35 | #1,652 of 2,090 | 9 | 13.1 | $2.2M | 44 | 11 |
| Grocery and convenience stores | 34 | #1,818 of 2,402 | 16 | 23.3 | $2.2M | 66 | 6 |
| Doctors, dentists and clinics | 34 | #1,957 of 2,394 | 56 | 81.7 | $112K | 73 | 14 |
| Spas and skin care | 32 | #1,482 of 1,769 | 6 | 8.8 | $812K | 93 | Under 3 |
| Bakeries and dessert shops | 32 | #1,566 of 1,889 | 6 | 8.8 | $3.3M | 81 | Under 3 |
| Sit-down restaurants | 31 | #2,000 of 2,405 | 34 | 49.6 | $589K | 89 | 14 |
| Real estate agents and brokers | 29 | #2,060 of 2,176 | 25 | 36.5 | Index only | 64 | 6 |
| Car washes and detailing | 28 | #1,259 of 1,451 | 5 | 7.3 | $1.2M | 48 | Under 3 |
| Grocery stores | 28 | #1,705 of 2,070 | 7 | 10.2 | $5.1M | 55 | 4 |
| Auto repair and car care | 27 | #2,131 of 2,401 | 40 | 58.3 | $153K | 57 | 12 |
| Hair salons | 26 | #2,117 of 2,339 | 16 | 23.3 | $305K | 71 | Under 3 |
| Auto repair shops | 26 | #2,149 of 2,378 | 23 | 33.5 | $265K | 60 | 10 |
| Chiropractors | 24 | #1,383 of 1,490 | 5 | 7.3 | $1.3M | 52 | Under 3 |
| Pet businesses | 24 | #2,042 of 2,200 | 13 | 19.0 | $359K | 41 | Under 3 |
| Dentists and orthodontists | 22 | #1,806 of 1,886 | 10 | 14.6 | $625K | 64 | Under 3 |
| Coffee shops and cafes | 22 | #1,951 of 2,063 | 13 | 19.0 | $1.5M | 42 | Under 3 |
| Collision repair and body shops | 21 | #1,249 of 1,327 | 6 | 8.8 | $1M | 33 | 4 |
| Child care and preschools | 18 | #1,522 of 1,611 | 6 | 8.8 | $340K | 34 | 8 |
| Physical therapy | 16 | #1,378 of 1,422 | 12 | 17.5 | $521K | 22 | 6 |
| Funeral homes | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 5.8 | $348K | 51 | Under 3 |
| Nail salons | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 5.8 | $1.2M | 73 | Under 3 |
| Pet grooming and boarding | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 5.8 | $1.2M | 46 | Under 3 |
| Tire shops | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 5.8 | $1.5M | 61 | Under 3 |
| Veterinarians | Not scored | Not scored | 4 | 5.8 | $1.2M | 43 | Under 3 |
| Gyms | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.4 | $1.1M | 83 | Under 3 |
| Gyms, studios and classes | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.4 | $1.1M | 163 | Under 3 |
| Landscaping and lawn care | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.4 | $2.8M | 94 | Under 3 |
| Pest control | Not scored | Not scored | 3 | 4.4 | $2.8M | 27 | 3 |
| Barbershops | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.9 | $2.4M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Electricians | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.9 | $7.9M | Too few | 3 |
| Laundromats | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.9 | $5.2M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Optometrists and eye care | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.9 | $3.1M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Pet stores | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.9 | $2.3M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Primary care and pediatrics | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.9 | $3.1M | Too few | 8 |
| Property management | Not scored | Not scored | 2 | 2.9 | Index only | Too few | Under 3 |
| House cleaning | Not scored | Not scored | 1 | 1.5 | $8.3M | Too few | Under 3 |
| Dry cleaners | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Home inspectors | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Martial arts and dance studios | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Mortgage brokers and lenders | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Oil change and quick lube | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Roofing and gutters | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Urgent care and walk-in clinics | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
| Yoga, Pilates and fitness studios | Not scored | Not scored | 0 | 0.0 | None listed | None listed | Under 3 |
Household spending in Sharp County
What households here spend in a year on each line, in total and per household, with the index against the U.S. average (100).
| Spending line | A year, all households | Per household | Index vs. U.S. (100) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle maintenance and repairs | $6.1M | $890 | 93 |
| Gasoline and other fuels | $20.4M | $2,970 | 114 |
| Food away from home | $20M | $2,922 | 72 |
| Groceries | $35.7M | $5,201 | 82 |
| Personal care products and services | $4.9M | $711 | 71 |
| Child care and other personal services | $2M | $298 | 51 |
| Memberships, classes and admissions | $3.2M | $472 | 48 |
| Medical and dental services | $6.3M | $912 | 71 |
| Pets | $4.7M | $681 | 75 |
| Clothing, shoes and related services | $10.4M | $1,524 | 74 |
| Vehicle insurance | $17.5M | $2,557 | 131 |
| Home repairs, maintenance and insurance | $15.9M | $2,314 | 77 |
| Lawn care, cleaning and other household services | $8.3M | $1,205 | 85 |
| Rent and homeowner costs | $87.1M | $12,700 | 76 |
Household spending is estimated from the incomes of the households in each neighborhood, using what households at each income spent nationally in 2024, adjusted for the region. It counts what residents spend, wherever they spend it.
Population and households in Sharp County
- Population, 2025 estimate
- 18,122+4.7% since 2020
- Households
- 6,856
- Median age
- 46.6
- Homes lived in by their owners
- 79%
- Vehicles per household
- 2.0
- Land area
- 605 sq. mi.
- People per square mile
- 29
- Median household income
- $44,637+28.7% vs. 2015–2019, before inflation
- Average household income
- $69,113
- Median home value
- $105,100
- Jobs located here
- 3,642
- Daytime population
- 15,978Residents who don’t work, plus everyone whose job is here
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Questions
How fast is Sharp County, AR growing?
Population estimates put Sharp County at 18,122 people in 2025, up 4.7% since 2020, faster than the U.S. (+3.1%). It has 6,856 households. Median household income rose 28.7% from the 2015–2019 survey, before inflation.
How much do households in Sharp County, AR spend?
Households in Sharp County spend about $87.1M a year on rent and homeowner costs, $35.7M on groceries and $20.4M on gasoline and other fuels. Set against the U.S., households in Sharp County spend the most on vehicle insurance (an index of 131, where 100 is the U.S. average) and the least on memberships, classes and admissions (48).
Which business types have the highest market scores in Sharp County, AR?
The highest Groundwork market scores in Sharp County are for insurance agencies (61); convenience stores (53); and lawn care, cleaning and pest control companies (52). Sharp County ranks #763 of 2,272 scored counties for insurance agencies.
How does Sharp County, AR compare with the U.S.?
The median household income in Sharp County is $44,637 a year, 45% below the U.S. median of $80,734. The population rose 4.7% from 2020 to 2025, against +3.1% for the U.S. The median home value is $105,100, against $332,700 for the U.S. For its number of households, Sharp County has the most map listings, relative to the U.S., for physical therapy clinics (3.2 times the U.S. rate) and the fewest for clothing, shoe and laundry businesses (37% below the U.S. rate).
What is the Groundwork market score?
The Groundwork market score runs from 0 to 100 and compares a market with others of its kind for one business type: states with states, metro areas with metro areas, small-town markets and counties with their own. It weighs household spending per competitor (35%), households per business with payroll (25%), population growth (20%) and spending power (20%), each ranked against those peers. A higher score means that, taken together, the market has more household spending and more households for each business already there, faster population growth and more spending per household than similar markets. It describes a market, not any one site or deal. 31 of the 56 business types have a score in Sharp County, each ranked against other counties.
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