Caddo Valley, AR

Arkansas

Caddo Valley is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 690. Residents earn $56,000 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
690 Population 223/sq mi density
$56,000 Median Income $24,720 per capita
$121,500 Home Value
$720 Median Rent 31.3% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
492 Violent Crime/100K 4,262 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$56,000 median income, 0.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$121,500 home value, $720/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
492 violent crimes/100K (29% above avg)
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,000
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $121,500
57% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 492/100K
29% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.1%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $720
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.1%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.5%
33% higher than US avg

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

People

Population690
Median Age29.5 yrs
Density223/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 59%
Veterans4.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$56,000
Per Capita$24,720
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty16.5%
County GDP$1,071M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$121,500
Rent$720
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units314
Rent Burden31.3%

Crime

F
Violent492/100K
Property4,262/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault328/100K
Burglary984/100K

Health

Obesity42.1%
Uninsured9.6%
Smoking16.6%
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain54.8 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation217 ft (66 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.1%
High School+82.7%
Graduate+5.3%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute21 min
Broadband87.4%
Libraries2

Is Caddo Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Caddo Valley receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Caddo Valley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Caddo Valley is $56,000, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. The poverty rate of 16.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Caddo Valley is $121,500, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $720 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 492 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,262 per 100,000, 117% above the national average.

Education

19.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Caddo Valley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 54.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Caddo Valley has a population of 690 with a density of 223 people per square mile. The median age is 29.5 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (58.8%), with 3.2% Hispanic, 28.8% Black.

Population

690
Total Population
223
People / sq mi
29.5yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.4%
Female 59.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Caddo Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Caddo Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Caddo Valley is $56,000, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Caddo Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,000
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,720
Avg Weekly Wage$875
IRS Avg AGI$54,372

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.6%
83% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.5%
33% above US avg
Establishments (County)655
County GDP$1,071M

Business (County)

Restaurants62
Healthcare66
Retail84
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,155
38% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.4 min
Drive Alone79.0%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Caddo Valley is $121,500, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $720 (38% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$121,500
57% below US avg
Median List Price$239,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$239,000
$/Sq Ft$134
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.0%
Price Drops20.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$720
38% below US avg
Rent Burden31.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.9%
Housing Units314
Median Year Built1995

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,155
38% below US avg
Effective Rate1.77%
In Caddo Valley, 42.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.6% of residents lack health insurance. 16.6% are current smokers. 26.8% report depression. 30.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Caddo Valley vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.1%
31% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure40.3%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.8%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.6%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity30.6%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress15.3%
Short Sleep42.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.1%
Uninsured9.6%
12% above US avg
Checkup Rate78.6%
Dental Visits51.5%
Premature Death12,304/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access48.4%
Healthcare Facilities66
Caddo Valley has a violent crime rate of 492 per 100,000 residents, 29% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,262 per 100,000 (117% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent491.8/100K
29% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape163.9/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault327.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,262.3/100K
117% above US avg
Burglary983.6/100K
Theft3,278.7/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Caddo Valley has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.8 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.2°F
17% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.8 inches
44% above US avg
Snowfall1.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation217 ft (66 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²)
Population Density223/sq mi
Coordinates34.1807°N, 93.0846°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 19.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.5-point margin. 87.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.1%
D 38.6%

Winner: Republican by 20.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.1%
43% below US avg
High School+82.7%
Graduate Degree+5.3%
School Test Score4.91
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density223/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.4%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities66
Restaurants62
Retail Stores84

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.4 min
Drive Alone79.0%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home6.8%

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