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Branch, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · Franklin County County
Branch, AR
At a Glance
How Branch Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Branch's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Branch a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Branch residents earn a median household income of $35,060 , which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,185. The unemployment rate stands at 0.4% (89% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 24.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 394 business establishments, including 27 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Branch is $52,500 , 81% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $193,566. Median rent is $730/month, with 45.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 86.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1975.
Safety & Crime
Branch reports 197 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 48% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 907/100K.
Education
14.7% of adults in Branch hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below the national average). 87.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Branch has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 51.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.