Charleston, Arkansas
presidential history
Presidential margin, 2004–2024
Democratic minus Republican, by election
| Year | Margin (D minus R) |
|---|---|
| 2004 | −13.9% |
| 2008 | −36.9% |
| 2012 | −40.4% |
| 2016 | −48.5% |
| 2020 | −55.7% |
| 2024 | −54.4% |
DemocraticRepublican
6 presidential elections
| Year | Won | Democratic | Republican | Other | Margin | Swing | vs U.S. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 21.3%Harris209 | 75.8%Trump742 | 2.9% | R+54.4 | D+1.2 | R+53.0 | 979 | |
| R | 21.1%Biden211 | 76.7%Trump769 | 2.2% | R+55.7 | R+7.2 | R+60.1 | 1,002 | |
| R | 22.9%Clinton211 | 71.4%Trump659 | 5.7% | R+48.5 | R+8.1 | R+50.6 | 923 | |
| R | 28.4%Obama278 | 68.8%Romney673 | 2.8% | R+40.4 | R+3.5 | R+44.2 | 978 | |
| R | 30.3%Obama298 | 67.2%McCain661 | 2.5% | R+36.9 | R+22.9 | R+44.2 | 984 | |
| R | 42.9%Kerry465 | 56.9%Bush616 | 0.2% | R+13.9 | — | R+11.5 | 1,083 |
Charleston sits in the Mid-South. In 2024 it voted Republican.
Across the recorded series it reached a Republican high of 55.7 points in 2020. Between 2020 and 2024 the city moved 1.2 points toward the Democratic candidate; the 2024 margin was 54.4 points.
A population of 2,646, a 83% non-Hispanic-white share, and a median household income of $56,600 describe the city.
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Frequently asked questions
How did Charleston, Arkansas vote in 2024?
In 2024, Charleston, Arkansas voted Republican by 54.4 points (R+54.4), carried by the Republican candidate. Out of 979 votes cast, 209 went Democratic and 742 went Republican.
How many people live in Charleston, Arkansas?
Charleston, Arkansas has a population of 2,646 according to the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates from the US Census Bureau.
What is the median household income in Charleston, Arkansas?
Median household income in Charleston, Arkansas is $56,600 — below the national median of $80,734. The Arkansas state median is $60,773.
What is the political history of Charleston, Arkansas?
Akashic tracks 6 presidential elections in Charleston, Arkansas from 2004 to 2024. Of those, 0 went Democratic and 6 went Republican.