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Bodcaw, AR

Arkansas

Bodcaw is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 129. Residents earn $54,643 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
129 Population 43/sq mi density
$54,643 Median Income $29,312 per capita
$95,500 Home Value
$829 Median Rent 18.6% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$54,643 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,500 home value, $829/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,643
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,500
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $829
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.6%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.0%
76% lower than US avg

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

People

Population129
Median Age51.8 yrs
Density43/mi²
Male / Female71% / 29%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans92.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$54,643
Per Capita$29,312
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.0%
County GDP$318M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,500
Rent$829
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units56
Rent Burden18.6%

Health

Obesity42.6%
Uninsured13.3%
Smoking22.7%
Depression28.8%
Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain56.6 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation378 ft (115 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+97.0%
Graduate+2.2%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute29 min
Broadband48.0%
Libraries2

Is Bodcaw a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bodcaw receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Bodcaw offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bodcaw is $54,643, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bodcaw is $95,500, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $829 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Bodcaw enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 56.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bodcaw has a population of 129 with a density of 43 people per square mile. The median age is 51.8 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.4%).

Population

129
Total Population
43
People / sq mi
51.8yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 71.3%
Female 28.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Bodcaw vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Bodcaw vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bodcaw is $54,643, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Bodcaw vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,643
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,312
Avg Weekly Wage$937
IRS Avg AGI$45,124

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.0%
76% below US avg
Establishments (County)188
County GDP$318M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare13
Retail22
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,900
46% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.3 min
Drive Alone89.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Bodcaw is $95,500, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $829 (29% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,500
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$829
29% below US avg
Rent Burden18.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.2%
Housing Units56
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,900
46% below US avg
Effective Rate1.99%
In Bodcaw, 42.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.3% of residents lack health insurance. 22.7% are current smokers. 28.8% report depression. 37.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.6%
33% above US avg
Diabetes13.4%
Heart Disease7.9%
High Blood Pressure41.6%
Asthma11.0%
COPD10.6%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.7%
62% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity37.7%
Depression28.8%
Mental Distress22.9%
Physical Distress18.2%
Short Sleep42.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.7%
Uninsured13.3%
55% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.9%
Dental Visits45.1%
Premature Death13,042/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment3.9/10
Exercise Access47.9%
Healthcare Facilities13
Bodcaw has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.6 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.9°F
15% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.6 inches
49% above US avg
Snowfall2.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation378 ft (115 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.8 km²)
Population Density43/sq mi
Coordinates33.5636°N, 93.3930°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin. 48.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.9%
D 29.2%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.1%
64% below US avg
High School+97.0%
Graduate Degree+2.2%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density43/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access48.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants9
Retail Stores22

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.3 min
Drive Alone89.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.5%

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