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Black Rock, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · Lawrence County County
Black Rock, AR
At a Glance
How Black Rock Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Black Rock's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Black Rock a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Black Rock residents earn a median household income of $59,531 , which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,573. The unemployment rate stands at 6.2% (72% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 397 business establishments, including 30 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Black Rock is $68,300 , 76% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $151,205. Median rent is $760/month, with 29.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 86.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1976.
Safety & Crime
Black Rock reports 333 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 12% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 555/100K.
Education
4.3% of adults in Black Rock hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below the national average). 82.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Black Rock has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.