Ash Flat, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · Sharp County County
Ash Flat, AR
At a Glance
How Ash Flat Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ash Flat's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ash Flat a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ash Flat residents earn a median household income of $48,036 , which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,829. The unemployment rate stands at 3.0% (17% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 405 business establishments, including 31 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ash Flat is $87,200 , 69% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $168,829. Median rent is $783/month, with 26.6% 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 1981.
Safety & Crime
Ash Flat reports 168 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 56% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,355/100K.
Education
11.8% of adults in Ash Flat hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below the national average). 87.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ash Flat has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches.