Blevins, AR

Arkansas

Blevins is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 241. Residents earn $59,688 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
241 Population 243/sq mi density
$59,688 Median Income $21,084 per capita
$104,700 Home Value
$813 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$59,688 median income, 6.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$104,700 home value, $813/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,688
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $104,700
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.7%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $813
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.6%
39% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
67% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.1%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population241
Median Age30.4 yrs
Density243/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 66%

Economy

B
Median Income$59,688
Per Capita$21,084
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty8.1%
County GDP$1,323M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$104,700
Rent$813
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain55.7 in/yr
Elevation417 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.7%
High School+88.5%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute23 min
Libraries1

Is Blevins a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Blevins is $59,688, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Blevins is $104,700, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $813 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Blevins enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Blevins has a population of 241 with a density of 243 people per square mile. The median age is 30.4 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66%), with 28.2% Black.

Population

241
Total Population
243
People / sq mi
30.4yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.4%
Female 55.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Blevins vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only83.9%
7% above US avg
Spanish16.1%
20% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Blevins vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blevins is $59,688, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Blevins vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,688
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,084
Avg Weekly Wage$871
IRS Avg AGI$47,089

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.1%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)502
County GDP$1,323M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare52
Retail73
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,413
60% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Blevins is $104,700, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $813 (30% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,700
63% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$813
30% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,413
60% below US avg
Effective Rate1.35%
In Blevins, 44.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 36.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.6%
39% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure39.0%
Asthma10.5%
COPD8.1%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity36.3%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress16.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.0%
Checkup Rate76.3%
Premature Death11,967/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.6/10
Exercise Access60.5%
Healthcare Facilities52

Crime Rates: Blevins vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Blevins has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average62.4°F
16% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.7 inches
47% above US avg
Snowfall2.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation417 ft (127 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density243/sq mi
Coordinates33.8713°N, 93.5782°W
County FIPS05057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.9%
D 29.2%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.7%
45% below US avg
High School+88.5%
School Test Score4.91
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density243/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants34
Retail Stores73

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Work from Home4.3%

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