Median Income $54,750

27% lower than US avg

Home Value $72,200

74% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 3.4%

90% lower than US avg

Median Rent $635

45% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 47.5%

48% higher than US avg

Unemployment 4.0%

11% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 4.1%

67% lower than US avg

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

People

Population121

Median Age46.3 yrs

Density484/mi²

Male / Female50% / 50%

Largest GroupWhite 88%

Veterans97.0%

Economy

B+

Median Income$54,750

Per Capita$27,768

Unemployment4.0%

Poverty4.1%

County GDP$4,152M

Commute26 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$72,200

Rent$635

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units59

Rent Burden18.5%

Health

Obesity47.5%

Uninsured14.2%

Smoking23.7%

Depression28.4%

Heart Disease8.6%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain52.2 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation237 ft (72 m)

Education

Bachelor's+3.4%

High School+88.6%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%

Commute26 min

Broadband45.0%

Libraries6

Is Bassett a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bassett receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Bassett offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bassett is $54,750, 27% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bassett is $72,200, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $635 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Bassett enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bassett has a population of 121 with a density of 484 people per square mile. The median age is 46.3 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.6%), with 10.7% Hispanic, 1.7% Black.

Population

121

Total Population

484

People / sq mi

46.3yrs

Median Age

19% above US avg

0.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%

Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Bassett vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bassett vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bassett is $54,750, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Bassett vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$54,750
	27% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$27,768
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,396
IRS Avg AGI	$56,492

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.0%
	11% above US avg
Poverty Rate	4.1%
	67% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,019
County GDP	$4,152M

Business (County)

Restaurants	88
Healthcare	106
Retail	137
Manufacturing	48

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$1,533
	56% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	2.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	25.8 min
Drive Alone	77.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bassett is $72,200, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $635 (45% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$72,200
	74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$635
	45% below US avg
Rent Burden	18.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$700
1 Bedroom	$751
2 Bedrooms	$944
3 Bedrooms	$1,239
4 Bedrooms	$1,406

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	84.4%
Housing Units	59
Median Year Built	1968

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$1,533
	56% below US avg
Effective Rate	2.12%

In Bassett, 47.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.2% of residents lack health insurance. 23.7% are current smokers. 28.4% report depression. 38.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	47.5%
	48% above US avg
Diabetes	13.9%
Heart Disease	8.6%
High Blood Pressure	44.1%
Asthma	11.0%
COPD	11.6%
Cancer	7.2%
Stroke	4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	23.7%
	69% above US avg
Binge Drinking	15.2%
Physical Inactivity	38.7%
Depression	28.4%
Mental Distress	22.7%
Physical Distress	18.7%
Short Sleep	43.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	97.6%
Uninsured	14.2%
	65% above US avg
Checkup Rate	76.5%
Dental Visits	47.4%
Premature Death	18,348/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.1/10
Exercise Access	73.9%
Healthcare Facilities	106

Bassett has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.2 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	61.6°F
	14% above US avg
January Average	39°F (4°C)
July Average	82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	52.2 inches
	37% above US avg
Snowfall	1.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	237 ft (72 m)
Area	0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density	484/sq mi
Coordinates	35.5356°N, 90.1294°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	05093

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 3.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (90% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.6-point margin. 45.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65%

D 33.4%

Winner: Republican by 31.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	3.4%
	90% below US avg
High School+	88.6%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	4.91

F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	484/sq mi
Total Area	0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	45.0%
Public Libraries	6
Healthcare Facilities	106
Restaurants	88
Retail Stores	137

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	25.8 min
Drive Alone	77.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Bassett, AR

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Bassett a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Bassett vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Bassett vs U.S. Average

Income: Bassett vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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