Big Flat, AR

Arkansas

Big Flat is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 62. Residents earn $19,500 per year, which is 74% below the national average.

1.2 /5.0
F Poor
62 Population 54/sq mi density
$19,500 Median Income $11,492 per capita
57°F Avg Temperature
F
Overall
1.2 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.0 / 5.0
$19,500 median income, 20.8% unemployment
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $19,500
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.1%
82% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 20.8%
478% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 61.5%
396% higher than US avg

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

People

Population62
Median Age27.3 yrs
Density54/mi²
Male / Female36% / 65%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans41.0%

Economy

F
Median Income$19,500
Per Capita$11,492
Unemployment20.8%
Poverty61.5%
County GDP$2,326M
Commute34 min

Health

Obesity37.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain48.9 in/yr
Elevation1,295 ft (395 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.1%
High School+72.7%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute34 min
Broadband24.0%
Libraries1

Is Big Flat a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Big Flat receives an overall livability score of 1.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Big Flat faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Big Flat is $19,500, 74% below the national average of $75,149. At 20.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 61.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Education

6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Big Flat enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.9 inches, including 6.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Big Flat has a population of 62 with a density of 54 people per square mile. The median age is 27.3 years, 30% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

62
Total Population
54
People / sq mi
27.3yrs
Median Age
30% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35.5%
Female 64.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Big Flat vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Big Flat vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Big Flat is $19,500, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 20.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 61.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Big Flat vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$19,500
74% below US avg
Per Capita Income$11,492
Avg Weekly Wage$866
IRS Avg AGI$61,392

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment20.8%
478% above US avg
Poverty Rate61.5%
396% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,323
County GDP$2,326M

Business (County)

Restaurants106
Healthcare189
Retail189
Manufacturing46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,752
21% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.9 min
Drive Alone70.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

In Big Flat, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.2% report depression. 28.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Big Flat vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure35.8%
Asthma10.4%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity28.2%
Depression28.2%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Checkup Rate76.3%
Premature Death11,057/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access59.0%
Healthcare Facilities189
Big Flat has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.6°F
5% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.9 inches
29% above US avg
Snowfall6.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,295 ft (395 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density54/sq mi
Coordinates36.0034°N, 92.4102°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.9-point margin. 24.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.6%
D 20.7%

Winner: Republican by 56.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.1%
82% below US avg
High School+72.7%
School Test Score4.91
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density54/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access24.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities189
Restaurants106
Retail Stores189

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.9 min
Drive Alone70.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.0%

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