Bull Shoals, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · Marion County County
Bull Shoals, AR
At a Glance
How Bull Shoals Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Bull Shoals's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Bull Shoals a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Bull Shoals residents earn a median household income of $46,848 , which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,659. The unemployment rate stands at 13.5% (275% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 310 business establishments, including 30 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Bull Shoals is $157,200 , 44% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $212,146. Median rent is $670/month, with 28.3% 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 1985.
Safety & Crime
Bull Shoals reports 208 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 45% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 311/100K.
Education
17.8% of adults in Bull Shoals hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below the national average). 87.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Bull Shoals has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.1 inches.