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Birdsong, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

Birdsong is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 41. Residents earn $12,083 per year, which is 84% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
41 Population 205/sq mi density
$12,083 Median Income $18,285 per capita
$52,500 Home Value
$279 Median Rent 32.9% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$12,083 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$52,500 home value, $279/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $12,083
84% lower than US avg
Home Value $52,500
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.3%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $279
76% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.5%
1% higher than US avg

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

People

Population41
Median Age67.5 yrs
Density205/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans41.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$12,083
Per Capita$18,285
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$2,345M
Commute25 min

Housing

A
Home Value$52,500
Rent$279
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units23
Rent Burden32.9%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.4 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation224 ft (68 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.3%
High School+87.8%
Graduate+7.1%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
Commute25 min
Broadband32.0%
Libraries8

Is Birdsong a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Birdsong receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Birdsong has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Birdsong is $12,083, 84% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Birdsong is $52,500, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $279 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Birdsong enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Birdsong has a population of 41 with a density of 205 people per square mile. The median age is 67.5 years, 74% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (100%).

Population

41
Total Population
205
People / sq mi
67.5yrs
Median Age
74% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39%
Female 61%

Race & Ethnicity

Birdsong vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Birdsong vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Birdsong is $12,083, which is 84% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Birdsong vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$12,083
84% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,285
Avg Weekly Wage$919
IRS Avg AGI$53,959

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.5%
1% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,096
County GDP$2,345M

Business (County)

Restaurants113
Healthcare126
Retail145
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,342
33% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Birdsong is $52,500, 81% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $279 (76% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$52,500
81% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$279
76% below US avg
Rent Burden32.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied53.1%
Housing Units23
Median Year Built2001

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,342
33% below US avg
Effective Rate4.46%
Birdsong has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.4 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average62.6°F
16% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.4 inches
33% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation224 ft (68 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density205/sq mi
Coordinates35.4612°N, 90.2598°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05035
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.3-point margin. 32.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.9%
D 50.2%

Winner: Democrat by 2.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.3%
78% below US avg
High School+87.8%
Graduate Degree+7.1%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density205/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access32.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities126
Restaurants113
Retail Stores145

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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