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Blue Eye, AR

Arkansas

Blue Eye is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 21.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
21 Population 263/sq mi density
$60,000 Home Value
58°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $60,000
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 7.1%
97% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 75.0%
505% higher than US avg

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

People

Population21
Median Age47.1 yrs
Density263/mi²
Male / Female67% / 33%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans14.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$6,519
Unemployment7.1%
Poverty75.0%
County GDP$1,309M
Commute12 min

Housing

Home Value$60,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units11

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.5 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation1,287 ft (392 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+84.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute12 min
Broadband6.0%
Libraries4

Is Blue Eye a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blue Eye receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate. Blue Eye stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 7.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 75.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Blue Eye is $60,000, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Blue Eye enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Blue Eye has a population of 21 with a density of 263 people per square mile. The median age is 47.1 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

21
Total Population
263
People / sq mi
47.1yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 66.7%
Female 33.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Blue Eye vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Blue Eye vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blue Eye is N/A. The unemployment rate is 7.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 75.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Blue Eye vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$6,519
Avg Weekly Wage$775
IRS Avg AGI$54,460

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.1%
97% above US avg
Poverty Rate75.0%
505% above US avg
Establishments (County)803
County GDP$1,309M

Business (County)

Restaurants156
Healthcare55
Retail136
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,695
23% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Blue Eye is $60,000, 79% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$60,000
79% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units11
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,695
23% below US avg
Effective Rate4.49%
Blue Eye has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.5 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.3°F
8% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.5 inches
17% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,287 ft (392 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density263/sq mi
Coordinates36.4967°N, 93.3977°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05015
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.7-point margin. 6.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.7%
D 33%

Winner: Republican by 31.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+84.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.91
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density263/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access6.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities55
Restaurants156
Retail Stores136

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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