Arkansas
Briarcliff is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 231. Residents earn $51,000 per year, which is 32% below the national average.
Based on current data, Briarcliff receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Briarcliff offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Briarcliff is $51,000, 32% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 21.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.
The median home value in Briarcliff is $204,200, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $828 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Briarcliff enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches, including 7.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 97.9% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.1% |
| 84% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $51,000 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,586 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $866 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,392 |
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 21.2% |
| 71% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,323 |
| County GDP | $2,326M |
| Restaurants | 106 |
| Healthcare | 189 |
| Retail | 189 |
| Manufacturing | 46 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,752 |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.35% |
| Commute Time | 35.8 min |
| Work from Home | 13.1% |
| Census Median | $204,200 |
| 28% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $828 |
| 29% below US avg |
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
| Owner-Occupied | 69.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,752 |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.35% |
| Obesity | 36.9% |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.6% |
| Asthma | 10.1% |
| COPD | 7.7% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.0% |
| Depression | 27.7% |
| Mental Distress | 19.9% |
| Physical Distress | 14.7% |
| Insurance Rate | 83.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.3% |
| Premature Death | 11,057/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 189 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Annual Average | 58.3°F |
| 8% above US avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 50.9 inches |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 7.8 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 705 ft (215 m) |
| Area | 2.3 sq mi (5.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 103/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.2720°N, 92.2821°W |
| County FIPS | 05005 |
Winner: Republican by 56.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 10.5% |
| 69% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.0% |
| School Test Score | 4.91 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 103/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.3 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 93.0% |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 189 |
| Restaurants | 106 |
| Retail Stores | 189 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Avg Commute | 35.8 min |
| Work from Home | 13.1% |