Bauxite, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

Bauxite is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 762. Residents earn $72,778 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
762 Population 222/sq mi density
$72,778 Median Income $29,282 per capita
$196,300 Home Value $243,210 Zillow
$913 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$72,778 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$196,300 home value, $913/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,778
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $196,300
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.7%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $913
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.2%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population762
Median Age32.6 yrs
Density222/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,778
Per Capita$29,282
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$4,029M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$196,300
Rent$913
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$243,210

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain53.4 in/yr
Elevation410 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.7%
High School+94.7%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute25 min
Libraries2

Is Bauxite a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bauxite receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Bauxite offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bauxite is $72,778, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bauxite is $196,300, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $913 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Bauxite enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bauxite has a population of 762 with a density of 222 people per square mile. The median age is 32.6 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.8%), with 3.8% Black.

Population

762
Total Population
222
People / sq mi
32.6yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.9%
Female 62.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Bauxite vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Bauxite vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bauxite is $72,778, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Bauxite vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,778
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,282
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$74,788

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,457
County GDP$4,029M

Business (County)

Restaurants189
Healthcare320
Retail321
Manufacturing75

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,834
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Bauxite is $196,300, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $913 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $243,210.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$196,300
30% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$243,210
Median List Price$206,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$206,000
$/Sq Ft$178
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio102.6%
Price Drops28.6%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$913
21% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,834
19% below US avg
Effective Rate1.44%
In Bauxite, 34.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 27.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.2%
7% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure35.2%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity27.8%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.1%
Checkup Rate76.7%
Premature Death9,602/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access51.5%
Healthcare Facilities320

Crime Rates: Bauxite vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Bauxite has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average62.6°F
16% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.4 inches
41% above US avg
Snowfall1.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation410 ft (125 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.9 km²)
Population Density222/sq mi
Coordinates34.5577°N, 92.5021°W
County FIPS05125
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69%
D 28.8%

Winner: Republican by 40.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.7%
65% below US avg
High School+94.7%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density222/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities320
Restaurants189
Retail Stores321

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Work from Home5.1%

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