Briarcliff, AR

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.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
231 Population 103/sq mi density
$51,000 Median Income $28,586 per capita
$204,200 Home Value
$828 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$51,000 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$204,200 home value, $828/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,000
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $204,200
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.5%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $828
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.2%
71% higher than US avg

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

People

Population231
Median Age52.2 yrs
Density103/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,000
Per Capita$28,586
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty21.2%
County GDP$2,326M
Commute36 min

Housing

A
Home Value$204,200
Rent$828
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.9 in/yr
Elevation705 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.5%
High School+92.0%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute36 min
Broadband93.0%
Libraries1

Is Briarcliff a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Briarcliff has a population of 231 with a density of 103 people per square mile. The median age is 52.2 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.8%), with 6.1% Hispanic, 6.5% Black.

Population

231
Total Population
103
People / sq mi
52.2yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.8%
Female 44.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Briarcliff vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Briarcliff vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Briarcliff is $51,000, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Briarcliff vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,000
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,586
Avg Weekly Wage$866
IRS Avg AGI$61,392

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.2%
71% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,323
County GDP$2,326M

Business (County)

Restaurants106
Healthcare189
Retail189
Manufacturing46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,752
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.35%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.8 min
Work from Home13.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Briarcliff is $204,200, 28% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $828 (29% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$204,200
28% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$828
29% 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-Occupied69.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,752
21% below US avg
Effective Rate1.35%
In Briarcliff, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.7% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure35.6%
Asthma10.1%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity28.0%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.7%
Checkup Rate76.3%
Premature Death11,057/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access59.0%
Healthcare Facilities189

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Briarcliff has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.3°F
8% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.9 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall7.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation705 ft (215 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.8 km²)
Population Density103/sq mi
Coordinates36.2720°N, 92.2821°W
County FIPS05005
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.9-point margin. 93.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.6%
D 20.7%

Winner: Republican by 56.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.5%
69% below US avg
High School+92.0%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density103/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities189
Restaurants106
Retail Stores189

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.8 min
Work from Home13.1%

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