Camden, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · Ouachita County County
Camden, AR
At a Glance
How Camden Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Camden's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Camden a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Camden residents earn a median household income of $51,300 , which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,442. The unemployment rate stands at 5.8% (61% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 568 business establishments, including 38 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Camden is $108,800 , 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $112,458. Median rent is $704/month, with 26.3% 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 1968.
Safety & Crime
Camden reports 1,097 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 189% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,100/100K.
Education
18.0% of adults in Camden hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below the national average). 86.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Camden has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.1 inches.