Ashdown, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · Little River County County
Ashdown, AR
At a Glance
How Ashdown Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Ashdown's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Ashdown a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Ashdown residents earn a median household income of $47,398 , which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,118. The unemployment rate stands at 9.1% (153% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 21.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 234 business establishments, including 19 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Ashdown is $130,900 , 54% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $161,973. Median rent is $836/month, with 41.0% 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 1977.
Safety & Crime
Ashdown reports 435 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 15% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,805/100K.
Education
20.5% of adults in Ashdown hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below the national average). 94.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Ashdown has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches.