Augusta, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · Woodruff County County
Augusta, AR
At a Glance
How Augusta Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Augusta's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Augusta a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Augusta residents earn a median household income of $49,744 , which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,497. The unemployment rate stands at 7.6% (111% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 185 business establishments, including 8 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Augusta is $117,100 , 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $83,189. Median rent is $619/month, with 16.3% 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 1976.
Safety & Crime
Augusta reports 752 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 98% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,128/100K.
Education
8.1% of adults in Augusta hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below the national average). 83.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Augusta has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.2 inches.