Median Income $73,472

2% lower than US avg

Home Value $147,200

48% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 16.2%

52% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.0%

21% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population181

Median Age46.4 yrs

Density51/mi²

Male / Female59% / 41%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans93.0%

Economy

A+

Median Income$73,472

Per Capita$39,339

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$484M

Commute28 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$147,200

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$224,103

Housing Units56

Health

Obesity39.0%

Uninsured12.6%

Smoking19.1%

Depression27.9%

Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain50.5 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation887 ft (270 m)

Education

Bachelor's+16.2%

High School+92.2%

Graduate+9.8%

School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%

Commute28 min

Broadband90.0%

Libraries3

Is Bee Branch a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bee Branch receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Bee Branch offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bee Branch is $73,472, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bee Branch is $147,200, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Bee Branch enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bee Branch has a population of 181 with a density of 51 people per square mile. The median age is 46.4 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

181

Total Population

People / sq mi

46.4yrs

Median Age

19% above US avg

3.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.1%

Female 40.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Bee Branch 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

Bee Branch vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bee Branch is $73,472, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Bee Branch vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$73,472
	2% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$39,339
Avg Weekly Wage	$844
IRS Avg AGI	$54,577

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	350
County GDP	$484M

Business (County)

Restaurants	21
Healthcare	33
Retail	56
Manufacturing	12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,190
	37% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	1.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	27.9 min
Drive Alone	91.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bee Branch is $147,200, 48% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $224,103.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$147,200
	48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$224,103

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	86.7%
Housing Units	56
Median Year Built	1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,190
	37% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.49%

In Bee Branch, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.6% of residents lack health insurance. 19.1% are current smokers. 27.9% report depression. 33.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bee Branch vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.0%
	21% above US avg
Diabetes	10.8%
Heart Disease	6.3%
High Blood Pressure	36.0%
Asthma	11.2%
COPD	8.8%
Cancer	7.2%
Stroke	3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	19.1%
	36% above US avg
Binge Drinking	15.6%
Physical Inactivity	33.7%
Depression	27.9%
Mental Distress	21.7%
Physical Distress	16.2%
Short Sleep	41.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	12.6%
	47% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.9%
Dental Visits	51.1%
Premature Death	11,385/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.1/10
Exercise Access	42.3%
Healthcare Facilities	33

Bee Branch has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.5 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) 80°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	59.8°F
	11% above US avg
January Average	39°F (4°C)
July Average	80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	50.5 inches
	33% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	887 ft (270 m)
Area	3.6 sq mi (9.2 km²)
Population Density	51/sq mi
Coordinates	35.4626°N, 92.4010°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	05141

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 16.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.2-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79%

D 18.9%

Winner: Republican by 60.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	16.2%
	52% below US avg
High School+	92.2%
Graduate Degree+	9.8%
School Test Score	4.91

C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	51/sq mi
Total Area	3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	90.0%
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	33
Restaurants	21
Retail Stores	56

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	27.9 min
Drive Alone	91.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Bee Branch, AR

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Bee Branch a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Bee Branch vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Bee Branch vs U.S. Average

Income: Bee Branch 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: Bee Branch 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

Nearby Cities