Brinkley, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · Monroe County County
Brinkley, AR
At a Glance
How Brinkley Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Brinkley's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Brinkley a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Brinkley residents earn a median household income of $38,285 , which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,137. The unemployment rate stands at 18.4% (411% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 31.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 232 business establishments, including 20 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Brinkley is $84,000 , 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $98,651. Median rent is $605/month, with 32.9% 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
Brinkley reports 1,498 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 294% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,972/100K.
Education
14.4% of adults in Brinkley hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below the national average). 85.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Brinkley 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 totals 51.2 inches.