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Black Oak, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

Black Oak is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 185. Residents earn $46,875 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
185 Population 440/sq mi density
$46,875 Median Income $22,536 per capita
$68,300 Home Value
$625 Median Rent 10.0% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$46,875 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$68,300 home value, $625/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,875
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $68,300
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.9%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $625
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 23.5%
90% higher than US avg

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

People

Population185
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density440/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 62%
Veterans0.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,875
Per Capita$22,536
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty23.5%
County GDP$7,259M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$68,300
Rent$625
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units119
Rent Burden10.0%

Health

Obesity39.7%
Uninsured13.4%
Smoking18.8%
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain52.2 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation232 ft (71 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.9%
High School+70.9%
Graduate+14.5%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute26 min
Broadband79.0%
Libraries4

Is Black Oak a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Black Oak receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Black Oak offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Black Oak is $46,875, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 23.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Black Oak is $68,300, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Black Oak enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 39°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 52.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Black Oak has a population of 185 with a density of 440 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (61.6%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

185
Total Population
440
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Black Oak vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.0%
12% above US avg
Spanish12.0%
10% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Black Oak vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Black Oak is $46,875, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 23.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Black Oak vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,875
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,536
Avg Weekly Wage$994
IRS Avg AGI$72,055

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate23.5%
90% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,006
County GDP$7,259M

Business (County)

Restaurants267
Healthcare386
Retail441
Manufacturing90

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,983
15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Drive Alone91.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Black Oak is $68,300, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $625 (46% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$68,300
76% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$123
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.9%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$625
46% below US avg
Rent Burden10.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.5%
Housing Units119
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,983
15% below US avg
Effective Rate4.37%
In Black Oak, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.4% of residents lack health insurance. 18.8% are current smokers. 28.1% report depression. 33.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Black Oak vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure38.1%
Asthma10.3%
COPD8.7%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.8%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity33.9%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress16.1%
Short Sleep40.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.3%
Uninsured13.4%
56% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits49.5%
Premature Death10,320/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access58.2%
Healthcare Facilities386
Black Oak has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.2 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) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average61.6°F
14% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.2 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall1.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation232 ft (71 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density440/sq mi
Coordinates35.8365°N, 90.3676°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05031
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 20.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.4-point margin. 79.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.5%
D 30.1%

Winner: Republican by 37.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.9%
38% below US avg
High School+70.9%
Graduate Degree+14.5%
School Test Score4.91
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density440/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities386
Restaurants267
Retail Stores441

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Drive Alone91.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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