Calion, AR

Arkansas

Calion is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 405. Residents earn $42,039 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
405 Population 379/sq mi density
$42,039 Median Income $26,691 per capita
$61,700 Home Value
64°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$42,039 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$61,700 home value
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,039
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $61,700
78% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.5%
1% higher than US avg

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

People

Population405
Median Age44.0 yrs
Density379/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 71%
Veterans9.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$42,039
Per Capita$26,691
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$3,375M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$61,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain52.1 in/yr
Elevation93 ft (28 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+91.8%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute23 min
Broadband81.9%
Libraries6

Is Calion a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Calion receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Calion offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Calion is $42,039, 44% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Calion is $61,700, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Calion enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Calion has a population of 405 with a density of 379 people per square mile. The median age is 44.0 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.6%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 25.2% Black.

Population

405
Total Population
379
People / sq mi
44.0yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 45.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Calion vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Calion vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Calion is $42,039, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Calion vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,039
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,691
Avg Weekly Wage$1,186
IRS Avg AGI$68,803

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.5%
1% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,165
County GDP$3,375M

Business (County)

Restaurants76
Healthcare119
Retail177
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,340
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.0 min
Drive Alone95.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Calion is $61,700, 78% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$61,700
78% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$26
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio93.3%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,340
5% below US avg
Effective Rate5.41%
In Calion, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 34.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure39.9%
Asthma11.0%
COPD8.5%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity34.3%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress16.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.8%
Checkup Rate77.3%
Premature Death15,152/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access50.4%
Healthcare Facilities119
Calion has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.2°F
19% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.1 inches
37% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation93 ft (28 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density379/sq mi
Coordinates33.3284°N, 92.5402°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05139
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.5-point margin. 81.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66%
D 32.5%

Winner: Republican by 33.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.1%
64% below US avg
High School+91.8%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density379/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.9%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities119
Restaurants76
Retail Stores177

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.0 min
Drive Alone95.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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