Berryville, AR

Arkansas

Berryville is a small city in Arkansas with a population of 5,715. Residents earn $39,548 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
5,715 Population 866/sq mi density
$39,548 Median Income $20,469 per capita
$153,500 Home Value $232,131 Zillow
$798 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
401 Violent Crime/100K 4,337 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$39,548 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$153,500 home value, $798/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
401 violent crimes/100K (5% above avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,548
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $153,500
46% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 401/100K
5% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.7%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $798
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.7%
67% higher than US avg

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

People

Population5,715
Median Age36.4 yrs
Density866/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 54%

Economy

C+
Median Income$39,548
Per Capita$20,469
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty20.7%
County GDP$1,309M
Commute15 min

Housing

A
Home Value$153,500
Rent$798
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$232,131

Crime

F
Violent401/100K
Property4,337/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault219/100K
Burglary893/100K

Health

Obesity39.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Elevation1,242 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.7%
High School+77.0%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute15 min
Libraries4

Is Berryville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Berryville receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Berryville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Berryville is $39,548, 47% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 20.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Berryville is $153,500, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $798 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 401 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,337 per 100,000, 121% above the national average.

Education

14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Berryville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Berryville has a population of 5,715 with a density of 866 people per square mile. The median age is 36.4 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (54%), with 5.6% Hispanic.

Population

5,715
Total Population
866
People / sq mi
36.4yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
6.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Berryville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.6%
3% above US avg
Spanish19.4%
45% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Berryville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Berryville is $39,548, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Berryville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,548
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,469
Avg Weekly Wage$775
IRS Avg AGI$54,460

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.7%
67% above US avg
Establishments (County)803
County GDP$1,309M

Business (County)

Restaurants156
Healthcare55
Retail136
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,695
23% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.8 min
Work from Home6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Berryville is $153,500, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $798 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $232,131.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$153,500
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$232,131

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$798
31% 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-Occupied62.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,695
23% below US avg
Effective Rate1.76%
In Berryville, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.6% report depression. 38.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure38.5%
Asthma10.3%
COPD8.9%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity38.9%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress17.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.8%
Checkup Rate75.1%
Premature Death10,688/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access54.0%
Healthcare Facilities55
Berryville has a violent crime rate of 401 per 100,000 residents, 5% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,337 per 100,000 (121% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent400.9/100K
5% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape164.0/100K
Robbery18.2/100K
Assault218.7/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,336.7/100K
121% above US avg
Burglary892.9/100K
Theft3,298.1/100K
Vehicle Theft145.8/100K
Arson18.2/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Berryville has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.1°F
9% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.6 inches
20% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,242 ft (379 m)
Area6.6 sq mi (17.1 km²)
Population Density866/sq mi
Coordinates36.3710°N, 93.5704°W
County FIPS05015
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.7%
D 33%

Winner: Republican by 31.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.7%
56% below US avg
High School+77.0%
School Test Score4.91
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density866/sq mi
Total Area6.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities55
Restaurants156
Retail Stores136

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.8 min
Work from Home6.8%

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