Arkansas
Bearden is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 793. Residents earn $28,143 per year, which is 63% below the national average.
Based on current data, Bearden receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Bearden has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Bearden is $28,143, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 51.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Bearden is $76,100, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $579 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.
Violent crime in Bearden is below the national average at 220 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,209 per 100,000, 38% below the national average.
6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Bearden enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 92.5% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 7.5% |
| 44% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $28,143 |
| 63% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $15,098 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,416 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,478 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 51.1% |
| 312% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 107 |
| County GDP | $458M |
| Restaurants | 4 |
| Healthcare | 4 |
| Retail | 11 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $925 |
| 74% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.22% |
| Commute Time | 16.4 min |
| Work from Home | 1.5% |
| Census Median | $76,100 |
| 73% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $96,768 |
| Census Median Rent | $579 |
| 50% below US avg |
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
| Owner-Occupied | 59.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $925 |
| 74% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.22% |
| Obesity | 46.7% |
| 45% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 16.4% |
| Heart Disease | 8.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 46.2% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 10.6% |
| Stroke | 5.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 12.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 42.0% |
| Depression | 25.6% |
| Mental Distress | 23.0% |
| Physical Distress | 18.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 78.9% |
| Premature Death | 17,437/100K |
| Food Environment | 5.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 7.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4 |
| Total Violent | 219.8/100K |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 219.8/100K |
| Total Property | 1,208.8/100K |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 549.5/100K |
| Theft | 659.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 62.4°F |
| 16% above US avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 53.1 inches |
| 40% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 1.5 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 235 ft (72 m) |
| Area | 1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 493/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.7277°N, 92.6187°W |
| County FIPS | 05013 |
Winner: Republican by 61.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 6.8% |
| 80% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 84.6% |
| School Test Score | 4.91 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 493/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.6 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4 |
| Restaurants | 4 |
| Retail Stores | 11 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Avg Commute | 16.4 min |
| Work from Home | 1.5% |