Arkansas · Metropolitan Area
Bonanza is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 730. Residents earn $59,583 per year, which is 21% below the national average.
Based on current data, Bonanza receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Bonanza offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Bonanza is $59,583, 21% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 19.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Bonanza is $141,300, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $952 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Bonanza enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 94.3% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 5.7% |
| 57% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $59,583 |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,905 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,061 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $69,751 |
| Unemployment | 3.5% |
| 3% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 19.0% |
| 53% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 3,751 |
| County GDP | $9,255M |
| Restaurants | 302 |
| Healthcare | 482 |
| Retail | 538 |
| Manufacturing | 156 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,305 |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.34% |
| Commute Time | 18.8 min |
| Work from Home | 4.6% |
| Census Median | $141,300 |
| 50% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $952 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
| Owner-Occupied | 77.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,305 |
| 6% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.34% |
| Obesity | 34.8% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.7% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.7% |
| Depression | 26.9% |
| Mental Distress | 20.4% |
| Physical Distress | 15.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.8% |
| Premature Death | 11,659/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 64.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 482 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 19 |
| Annual Average | 62.4°F |
| 16% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 47.3 inches |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 2.9 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 543 ft (166 m) |
| Area | 2.8 sq mi (7.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 262/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.2318°N, 94.4161°W |
| County FIPS | 05131 |
Winner: Republican by 37.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 18.7% |
| 45% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 79.5% |
| School Test Score | 4.91 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 262/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.8 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 482 |
| Restaurants | 302 |
| Retail Stores | 538 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 19 |
| Avg Commute | 18.8 min |
| Work from Home | 4.6% |