Booneville, AR

Arkansas

Booneville is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 3,814. Residents earn $49,653 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,814 Population 968/sq mi density
$49,653 Median Income $23,254 per capita
$91,800 Home Value $107,538 Zillow
$727 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
252 Violent Crime/100K 4,191 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$49,653 median income, 6.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$91,800 home value, $727/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
252 violent crimes/100K (34% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,653
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $91,800
67% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 252/100K
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.0%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $727
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.9%
92% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.9%
20% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,814
Median Age36.5 yrs
Density968/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,653
Per Capita$23,254
Unemployment6.9%
Poverty9.9%
County GDP$727M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$91,800
Rent$727
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$107,538

Crime

F
Violent252/100K
Property4,191/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault151/100K
Burglary631/100K

Health

Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.3%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.6 in/yr
Elevation476 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.0%
High School+88.0%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute24 min
Libraries2

Is Booneville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Booneville receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Booneville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Booneville is $49,653, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Booneville is $91,800, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $727 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.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Booneville is below the national average at 252 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,191 per 100,000, 114% above the national average.

Education

11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Booneville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Booneville has a population of 3,814 with a density of 968 people per square mile. The median age is 36.5 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90%), with 5.4% Black.

Population

3,814
Total Population
968
People / sq mi
36.5yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
3.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.7%
Female 54.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Booneville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Booneville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Booneville is $49,653, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Booneville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,653
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,254
Avg Weekly Wage$787
IRS Avg AGI$49,506

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.9%
92% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.9%
20% below US avg
Establishments (County)454
County GDP$727M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare37
Retail67
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,680
52% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.6 min
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Booneville is $91,800, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $727 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $107,538.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$91,800
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$107,538

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$727
37% 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-Occupied51.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,680
52% below US avg
Effective Rate1.83%
In Booneville, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.3% report depression. 34.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure39.9%
Asthma11.4%
COPD10.0%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity34.6%
Depression29.3%
Mental Distress22.4%
Physical Distress17.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.4%
Checkup Rate76.2%
Premature Death13,583/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access64.5%
Healthcare Facilities37
Booneville has a violent crime rate of 252 per 100,000 residents, 34% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,191 per 100,000 (114% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent252.5/100K
34% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape101.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault151.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,190.9/100K
114% above US avg
Burglary631.2/100K
Theft3,383.0/100K
Vehicle Theft176.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Booneville has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.5°F
12% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.6 inches
36% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation476 ft (145 m)
Area3.9 sq mi (10.2 km²)
Population Density968/sq mi
Coordinates35.1393°N, 93.9175°W
County FIPS05083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80%
D 17.8%

Winner: Republican by 62.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.0%
67% below US avg
High School+88.0%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density968/sq mi
Total Area3.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants30
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.6 min
Work from Home2.2%

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