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Bradley, AR

Arkansas

Bradley is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 497. Residents earn $30,732 per year, which is 59% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
497 Population 546/sq mi density
$30,732 Median Income $20,971 per capita
$64,000 Home Value $101,416 Zillow
$525 Median Rent 28.9% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$30,732 median income, 5.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$64,000 home value, $525/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $30,732
59% lower than US avg
Home Value $64,000
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.7%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $525
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 49.3%
54% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.8%
61% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population497
Median Age53.0 yrs
Density546/mi²
Male / Female35% / 65%
Largest GroupWhite 38%
Veterans6.3%

Economy

C+
Median Income$30,732
Per Capita$20,971
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty13.5%
County GDP$221M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$64,000
Rent$525
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$101,416
Housing Units360
Rent Burden28.9%

Health

Obesity49.3%
Uninsured15.7%
Smoking23.5%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain53.0 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation257 ft (78 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.7%
High School+51.4%
Graduate+1.6%
School Score4.13

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute31 min
Broadband78.9%
Libraries2

Is Bradley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bradley receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Bradley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bradley is $30,732, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bradley is $64,000, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $525 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 51.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Bradley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Bradley has a population of 497 with a density of 546 people per square mile. The median age is 53.0 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (61.6%), with 38.4% White.

Population

497
Total Population
546
People / sq mi
53.0yrs
Median Age
36% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 34.6%
Female 65.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Bradley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Bradley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bradley is $30,732, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Bradley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,732
59% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,971
Avg Weekly Wage$774
IRS Avg AGI$50,513

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)163
County GDP$221M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare7
Retail16
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,333
62% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.0 min
Drive Alone91.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Bradley is $64,000, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $525 (55% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $101,416.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$64,000
77% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$101,416

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$525
55% below US avg
Rent Burden28.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$630
1 Bedroom$710
2 Bedrooms$880
3 Bedrooms$1,212
4 Bedrooms$1,476

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.4%
Housing Units360
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,333
62% below US avg
Effective Rate2.08%
In Bradley, 49.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.7% of residents lack health insurance. 23.5% are current smokers. 25.7% report depression. 43.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity49.3%
54% above US avg
Diabetes17.1%
Heart Disease7.8%
High Blood Pressure46.3%
Asthma12.6%
COPD10.8%
Cancer5.5%
Stroke5.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.5%
68% above US avg
Binge Drinking12.2%
Physical Inactivity43.8%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress23.3%
Physical Distress19.1%
Short Sleep45.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Uninsured15.7%
83% above US avg
Checkup Rate79.2%
Dental Visits41.5%
Premature Death14,360/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access11.1%
Healthcare Facilities7
Bradley has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.0 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.8°F
18% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.0 inches
39% above US avg
Snowfall1.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation257 ft (78 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density546/sq mi
Coordinates33.1001°N, 93.6569°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05073
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.3-point margin. 78.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.3%
D 30%

Winner: Republican by 38.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.7%
86% below US avg
High School+51.4%
Graduate Degree+1.6%
School Test Score4.13
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density546/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.9%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities7
Restaurants4
Retail Stores16

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.0 min
Drive Alone91.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

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