Amity, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · Pike County County
Amity, AR
At a Glance
How Amity Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Amity's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Amity a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Amity residents earn a median household income of $37,679 , which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $16,070. The unemployment rate stands at 3.4% (6% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 32.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 269 business establishments, including 20 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Amity is $101,000 , 64% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $187,427. Median rent is $736/month, with 40.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 86.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1975.
Safety & Crime
Amity reports 443 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 17% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 443/100K.
Education
13.6% of adults in Amity hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below the national average). 86.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Amity has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.1 inches.