Caraway, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · Mississippi County County
Caraway, AR
At a Glance
How Caraway Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Caraway's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Caraway a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Caraway residents earn a median household income of $41,667 , which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,955. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7% (31% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 16.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,019 business establishments, including 88 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Caraway is $73,800 , 74% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $153,112. Median rent is $481/month, with 22.4% 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 1975.
Safety & Crime
Caraway reports 92 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 76% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 921/100K.
Education
13.0% of adults in Caraway hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below the national average). 80.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Caraway has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.2 inches.