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Arkansas City, AR

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Arkansas City is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 487. Residents earn $40,729 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
487 Population 994/sq mi density
$40,729 Median Income $20,312 per capita
$89,600 Home Value
$619 Median Rent 18.3% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$40,729 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$89,600 home value, $619/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,729
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $89,600
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.1%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $619
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.2%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.3%
112% higher than US avg

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

People

Population487
Median Age46.1 yrs
Density994/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 68%
Veterans1.3%

Economy

C+
Median Income$40,729
Per Capita$20,312
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty26.3%
County GDP$724M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$89,600
Rent$619
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units276
Rent Burden18.3%

Health

Obesity43.2%
Uninsured13.7%
Smoking20.3%
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI46 (Good)
Rain56.3 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation137 ft (42 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.1%
High School+81.5%
Graduate+5.9%
School Score4.65

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute24 min
Broadband60.6%
Libraries2

Is Arkansas City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arkansas City receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Arkansas City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Arkansas City is $40,729, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. The poverty rate of 26.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Arkansas City is $89,600, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $619 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Arkansas City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 56.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 46.

Arkansas City has a population of 487 with a density of 994 people per square mile. The median age is 46.1 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68%), with 32% Black.

Population

487
Total Population
994
People / sq mi
46.1yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.6%
Female 46.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Arkansas City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Arkansas City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arkansas City is $40,729, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 26.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Arkansas City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,729
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,312
Avg Weekly Wage$911
IRS Avg AGI$49,214

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate26.3%
112% above US avg
Establishments (County)433
County GDP$724M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare22
Retail51
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,092
40% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.6 min
Drive Alone93.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Arkansas City is $89,600, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $619 (47% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$89,600
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$619
47% below US avg
Rent Burden18.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$670
1 Bedroom$703
2 Bedrooms$922
3 Bedrooms$1,159
4 Bedrooms$1,547

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.4%
Housing Units276
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,092
40% below US avg
Effective Rate2.33%
In Arkansas City, 43.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.7% of residents lack health insurance. 20.3% are current smokers. 24.1% report depression. 38.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Arkansas City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.2%
35% above US avg
Diabetes14.6%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure43.7%
Asthma11.6%
COPD8.9%
Cancer5.8%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.3%
45% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.2%
Physical Inactivity38.7%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress21.5%
Physical Distress16.9%
Short Sleep43.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.2%
Uninsured13.7%
59% above US avg
Checkup Rate78.1%
Dental Visits41.9%
Premature Death15,390/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.2/10
Exercise Access60.2%
Healthcare Facilities22
Arkansas City has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.3 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 46.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.0°F
17% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.3 inches
48% above US avg
Snowfall1.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median46.0
RatingGood
Good Days %61.0%
Unhealthy Days0

Geography

Elevation137 ft (42 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density994/sq mi
Coordinates33.6089°N, 91.2049°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05041
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 4.8-point margin. 60.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.5%
D 46.7%

Winner: Republican by 4.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.1%
67% below US avg
High School+81.5%
Graduate Degree+5.9%
School Test Score4.65
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density994/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.6%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants27
Retail Stores51

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.6 min
Drive Alone93.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.7%

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