Biggers, AR

Arkansas

Biggers is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 458. Residents earn $55,417 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
458 Population 458/sq mi density
$55,417 Median Income $22,689 per capita
$54,900 Home Value
$844 Median Rent 26.9% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$55,417 median income, 6.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$54,900 home value, $844/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,417
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $54,900
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $844
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.4%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.6%
83% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.6%
98% higher than US avg

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

People

Population458
Median Age39.5 yrs
Density458/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans12.3%

Economy

C+
Median Income$55,417
Per Capita$22,689
Unemployment6.6%
Poverty24.6%
County GDP$2,021M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$54,900
Rent$844
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden26.9%

Health

Obesity41.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.8%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.5 in/yr
Elevation285 ft (87 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+89.3%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute22 min
Broadband67.5%
Libraries1

Is Biggers a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Biggers receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Biggers offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Biggers is $55,417, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 24.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Biggers is $54,900, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $844 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Biggers enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches, including 6.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Biggers has a population of 458 with a density of 458 people per square mile. The median age is 39.5 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.2%), with 4.8% Hispanic.

Population

458
Total Population
458
People / sq mi
39.5yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.3%
Female 55.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Biggers vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Biggers vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Biggers is $55,417, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 24.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Biggers vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,417
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,689
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$58,053

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.6%
83% above US avg
Poverty Rate24.6%
98% above US avg
Establishments (County)949
County GDP$2,021M

Business (County)

Restaurants78
Healthcare104
Retail157
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,485
29% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.4 min
Drive Alone67.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Biggers is $54,900, 81% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $844 (27% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$54,900
81% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$844
27% below US avg
Rent Burden26.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,485
29% below US avg
Effective Rate4.53%
In Biggers, 41.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.8% report depression. 36.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.4%
29% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure37.9%
Asthma11.5%
COPD9.8%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity36.3%
Depression29.8%
Mental Distress22.9%
Physical Distress17.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.9%
Checkup Rate76.2%
Premature Death10,847/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access69.1%
Healthcare Facilities104
Biggers has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.5°F
8% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.5 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall6.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation285 ft (87 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density458/sq mi
Coordinates36.3314°N, 90.8007°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.2-point margin. 67.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.8%
D 18.6%

Winner: Republican by 61.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.1%
64% below US avg
High School+89.3%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density458/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.5%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities104
Restaurants78
Retail Stores157

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.4 min
Drive Alone67.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.5%

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