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Burdette, AR

Arkansas

Burdette is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 217. Residents earn $86,250 per year, which is 15% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
217 Population 293/sq mi density
$86,250 Median Income $34,440 per capita
$108,800 Home Value
$906 Median Rent 16.8% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$86,250 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$108,800 home value, $906/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $86,250
15% higher than US avg
Home Value $108,800
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.7%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $906
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.1%
11% lower than US avg

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

People

Population217
Median Age31.9 yrs
Density293/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans6.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$86,250
Per Capita$34,440
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty11.1%
County GDP$954M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,800
Rent$906
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units82
Rent Burden16.8%

Health

Obesity40.0%
Uninsured9.0%
Smoking14.6%
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.6 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation238 ft (73 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.7%
High School+76.4%
Graduate+9.4%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute17 min
Broadband82.0%
Libraries2

Is Burdette a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Burdette receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Burdette offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Burdette is $86,250, 15% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Burdette is $108,800, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $906 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Burdette enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Burdette has a population of 217 with a density of 293 people per square mile. The median age is 31.9 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.2%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 10.1% Black.

Population

217
Total Population
293
People / sq mi
31.9yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.1%
Female 47.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Burdette vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Burdette vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burdette is $86,250, which is 15% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Burdette vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$86,250
15% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,440
Avg Weekly Wage$937
IRS Avg AGI$51,201

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.1%
11% below US avg
Establishments (County)377
County GDP$954M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare32
Retail62
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,969
44% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.3 min
Drive Alone93.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Burdette is $108,800, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $906 (22% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,800
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$906
22% below US avg
Rent Burden16.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$700
1 Bedroom$751
2 Bedrooms$944
3 Bedrooms$1,239
4 Bedrooms$1,406

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied48.8%
Housing Units82
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,969
44% below US avg
Effective Rate1.81%
In Burdette, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.0% of residents lack health insurance. 14.6% are current smokers. 25.6% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure36.8%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.6%
4% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep42.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Uninsured9.0%
5% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.9%
Dental Visits52.9%
Premature Death14,551/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access48.6%
Healthcare Facilities32
Burdette has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.6 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.7°F
12% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.6 inches
36% above US avg
Snowfall2.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation238 ft (73 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density293/sq mi
Coordinates35.8153°N, 89.9464°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS47097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.1-point margin. 82.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.2%
D 31.1%

Winner: Republican by 37.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.7%
42% below US avg
High School+76.4%
Graduate Degree+9.4%
School Test Score4.91
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density293/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities32
Restaurants25
Retail Stores62

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.3 min
Drive Alone93.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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