Aplin, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

Aplin is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 191. Residents earn $72,955 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
191 Population 85/sq mi density
$72,955 Median Income $21,383 per capita
$197,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$72,955 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$197,500 home value
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,955
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $197,500
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.9%
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population191
Median Age36.6 yrs
Density85/mi²
Male / Female25% / 75%
Largest GroupWhite 59%
Veterans94.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,955
Per Capita$21,383
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$266M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$197,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain58.4 in/yr
Elevation301 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute35 min
Broadband40.0%
Libraries1

Is Aplin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Aplin receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Aplin stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Aplin is $72,955, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Aplin is $197,500, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

29.9% 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

Aplin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Aplin has a population of 191 with a density of 85 people per square mile. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (58.6%).

Population

191
Total Population
85
People / sq mi
36.6yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 24.6%
Female 75.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Aplin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Aplin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Aplin is $72,955, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Aplin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,955
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,383
Avg Weekly Wage$819
IRS Avg AGI$56,947

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)152
County GDP$266M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare13
Retail20
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,000
43% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.9 min
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Aplin is $197,500, 30% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$197,500
30% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$700
1 Bedroom$751
2 Bedrooms$944
3 Bedrooms$1,239
4 Bedrooms$1,406

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,000
43% below US avg
Effective Rate1.01%
In Aplin, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 29.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure34.1%
Asthma10.6%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.2%
Physical Inactivity29.3%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate71.9%
Premature Death10,349/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access47.8%
Healthcare Facilities13

Crime Rates: Aplin vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Aplin has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average59.9°F
11% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.4 inches
54% above US avg
Snowfall2.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation301 ft (92 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.8 km²)
Population Density85/sq mi
Coordinates34.9675°N, 92.9813°W
County FIPS05105
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 29.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.5-point margin. 40.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.6%
D 20.1%

Winner: Republican by 57.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.9%
11% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.91
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density85/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access40.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants10
Retail Stores20

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.9 min
Work from Home5.2%

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