Median Income $57,750

23% lower than US avg

Home Value $108,800

61% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 9.0%

73% lower than US avg

Median Rent $875

25% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 41.8%

30% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.4%

61% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 12.2%

2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population449

Median Age41.0 yrs

Density141/mi²

Male / Female51% / 49%

Largest GroupWhite 85%

Veterans3.1%

Economy

B+

Median Income$57,750

Per Capita$23,346

Unemployment1.4%

Poverty12.2%

County GDP$943M

Commute17 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$108,800

Rent$875

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units196

Rent Burden21.4%

Health

Obesity41.8%

Uninsured12.4%

Smoking18.8%

Depression25.6%

Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain50.6 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation293 ft (89 m)

Education

Bachelor's+9.0%

High School+82.3%

Graduate+2.7%

School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 49%

Commute17 min

Broadband77.6%

Libraries1

Is Caldwell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Caldwell receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Caldwell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Caldwell is $57,750, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 12.2% 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 Caldwell is $108,800, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $875 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Caldwell enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 40°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 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Caldwell has a population of 449 with a density of 141 people per square mile. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.3%), with 3.6% Hispanic, 9.4% Black.

Population

449

Total Population

141

People / sq mi

41.0yrs

Median Age

5% above US avg

3.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%

Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Caldwell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	99.6%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.4%
	97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Caldwell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Caldwell is $57,750, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Caldwell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$57,750
	23% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$23,346
Avg Weekly Wage	$934
IRS Avg AGI	$44,263

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.4%
	61% below US avg
Poverty Rate	12.2%
	2% below US avg
Establishments (County)	585
County GDP	$943M

Business (County)

Restaurants	40
Healthcare	68
Retail	84
Manufacturing	6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$1,516
	57% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	1.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	17.2 min
Drive Alone	96.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Caldwell is $108,800, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $875 (25% 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	$875
	25% below US avg
Rent Burden	21.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	72.8%
Housing Units	196
Median Year Built	1998

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$1,516
	57% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.39%

In Caldwell, 41.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.4% of residents lack health insurance. 18.8% are current smokers. 25.6% report depression. 34.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	41.8%
	30% above US avg
Diabetes	12.4%
Heart Disease	6.7%
High Blood Pressure	39.1%
Asthma	10.9%
COPD	8.3%
Cancer	6.8%
Stroke	3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.8%
	34% above US avg
Binge Drinking	15.9%
Physical Inactivity	34.6%
Depression	25.6%
Mental Distress	20.8%
Physical Distress	15.8%
Short Sleep	40.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	86.6%
Uninsured	12.4%
	44% above US avg
Checkup Rate	77.1%
Dental Visits	54.5%
Premature Death	15,430/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	4.9/10
Exercise Access	72.5%
Healthcare Facilities	68

Caldwell has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.6 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	62.2°F
	15% above US avg
January Average	40°F (5°C)
July Average	82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	50.6 inches
	33% above US avg
Snowfall	2.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	293 ft (89 m)
Area	3.2 sq mi (8.3 km²)
Population Density	141/sq mi
Coordinates	35.0748°N, 90.8095°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	05123

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 0.7-point margin. 77.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.7%

D 49.4%

Winner: Democrat by 0.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	9.0%
	73% below US avg
High School+	82.3%
Graduate Degree+	2.7%
School Test Score	4.91

D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	141/sq mi
Total Area	3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	77.6%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	68
Restaurants	40
Retail Stores	84

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	17.2 min
Drive Alone	96.9%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Caldwell, AR

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Caldwell a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Caldwell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Caldwell vs U.S. Average

Income: Caldwell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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