Acorn, AR

Arkansas

Acorn is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 115. Residents earn $91,759 per year, which is 22% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
115 Population 29/sq mi density
$91,759 Median Income $37,446 per capita
59°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$91,759 median income, 5.0% unemployment
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,759
22% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.2%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.0%
39% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.4%
16% lower than US avg

How Acorn Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population115
Median Age58.1 yrs
Density29/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Veterans100.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$91,759
Per Capita$37,446
Unemployment5.0%
Poverty10.4%
County GDP$860M
Commute20 min

Health

Obesity40.2%
Uninsured11.9%
Smoking19.7%
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain61.4 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation1,077 ft (328 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 14%
Commute20 min
Broadband48.0%
Libraries1

Is Acorn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Acorn receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Acorn stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Acorn is $91,759, 22% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Acorn enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 61.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Acorn has a population of 115 with a density of 29 people per square mile. The median age is 58.1 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.5%), with 23.5% Hispanic.

Population

115
Total Population
29
People / sq mi
58.1yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Acorn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Acorn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Acorn is $91,759, which is 22% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Acorn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,759
22% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,446
Avg Weekly Wage$824
IRS Avg AGI$51,003

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.0%
39% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.4%
16% below US avg
Establishments (County)486
County GDP$860M

Business (County)

Restaurants40
Healthcare46
Retail69
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,628
53% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In Acorn, 40.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.9% of residents lack health insurance. 19.7% are current smokers. 26.4% report depression. 32.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Acorn vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.2%
25% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure37.6%
Asthma10.8%
COPD9.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.7%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity32.1%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress16.5%
Short Sleep38.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured11.9%
38% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits53.3%
Premature Death13,275/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.4/10
Exercise Access62.5%
Healthcare Facilities46
Acorn has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 61.4 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.1°F
9% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall61.4 inches
62% above US avg
Snowfall4.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,077 ft (328 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.3 km²)
Population Density29/sq mi
Coordinates34.6388°N, 94.2001°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05113
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.5-point margin. 48.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.3%
D 13.8%

Winner: Republican by 70.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.91
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density29/sq mi
Total Area4.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access48.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants40
Retail Stores69

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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