Armorel, AR

Arkansas

Armorel is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 392. Residents earn $147,750 per year, which is 97% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
392 Population 282/sq mi density
$147,750 Median Income $47,936 per capita
$181,900 Home Value
61°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$147,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$181,900 home value
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $147,750
97% higher than US avg
Home Value $181,900
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.5%
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population392
Median Age43.5 yrs
Density282/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans2.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$147,750
Per Capita$47,936
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$954M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$181,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.0 in/yr
Elevation256 ft (78 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.5%
High School+99.3%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute23 min
Broadband99.4%
Libraries2

Is Armorel a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Armorel receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Armorel stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Armorel is $147,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 97% above $75,149. This places Armorel among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Armorel is $181,900, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 99.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Armorel enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Armorel has a population of 392 with a density of 282 people per square mile. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.5%), with 1.5% Black.

Population

392
Total Population
282
People / sq mi
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Armorel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Armorel vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Armorel is $147,750, which is 97% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Armorel vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$147,750
97% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,936
Avg Weekly Wage$937
IRS Avg AGI$51,201

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)377
County GDP$954M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare32
Retail62
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,969
44% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.7 min
Drive Alone92.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Armorel is $181,900, 35% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$181,900
35% 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-Occupied97.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,969
44% below US avg
Effective Rate1.08%
In Armorel, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure36.3%
Asthma8.9%
COPD6.1%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate75.2%
Premature Death14,551/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access48.6%
Healthcare Facilities32
Armorel has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average61.1°F
13% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.0 inches
13% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation256 ft (78 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.6 km²)
Population Density282/sq mi
Coordinates35.9256°N, 89.7980°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 28.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.1-point margin. 99.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.2%
D 31.1%

Winner: Republican by 37.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.5%
15% below US avg
High School+99.3%
School Test Score4.91
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density282/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.4%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities32
Restaurants25
Retail Stores62

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.7 min
Drive Alone92.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

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