Bigelow, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

Bigelow is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 527. Residents earn $71,042 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
527 Population 561/sq mi density
$71,042 Median Income $25,576 per capita
$155,400 Home Value
$719 Median Rent 15.8% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$71,042 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$155,400 home value, $719/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,042
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $155,400
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.2%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $719
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.0%
53% higher than US avg

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

People

Population527
Median Age34.4 yrs
Density561/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans3.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$71,042
Per Capita$25,576
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty19.0%
County GDP$266M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$155,400
Rent$719
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units153
Rent Burden15.8%

Health

Obesity38.2%
Uninsured11.6%
Smoking17.8%
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain58.4 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation327 ft (100 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.2%
High School+91.9%
Graduate+6.6%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute35 min
Broadband90.1%
Libraries1

Is Bigelow a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bigelow receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Bigelow offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bigelow is $71,042, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. The poverty rate of 19.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bigelow is $155,400, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $719 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Bigelow 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 58.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bigelow has a population of 527 with a density of 561 people per square mile. The median age is 34.4 years, 12% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

527
Total Population
561
People / sq mi
34.4yrs
Median Age
12% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.4%
Female 51.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Bigelow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bigelow vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bigelow is $71,042, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Bigelow vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,042
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,576
Avg Weekly Wage$819
IRS Avg AGI$56,947

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.0%
53% above US avg
Establishments (County)152
County GDP$266M

Business (County)

Restaurants10
Healthcare13
Retail20
Manufacturing4

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,000
43% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.1 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Bigelow is $155,400, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $719 (38% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$155,400
45% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$719
38% below US avg
Rent Burden15.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.4%
Housing Units153
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,000
43% below US avg
Effective Rate1.29%
In Bigelow, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.6% of residents lack health insurance. 17.8% are current smokers. 26.3% report depression. 32.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.2%
19% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure36.3%
Asthma10.2%
COPD8.1%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.8%
27% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity32.2%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress15.3%
Short Sleep40.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured11.6%
35% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits49.7%
Premature Death10,349/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access47.8%
Healthcare Facilities13
Bigelow has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.4 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 Average59.9°F
11% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.4 inches
54% above US avg
Snowfall2.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation327 ft (100 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density561/sq mi
Coordinates34.9978°N, 92.6312°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05105
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.5-point margin. 90.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.6%
D 20.1%

Winner: Republican by 57.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.2%
43% below US avg
High School+91.9%
Graduate Degree+6.6%
School Test Score4.91
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density561/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.1%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants10
Retail Stores20

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.1 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

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