Carlisle, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · Lonoke County County
Carlisle, AR
At a Glance
How Carlisle Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Carlisle's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Carlisle a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Carlisle residents earn a median household income of $34,858 , which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,222. The unemployment rate stands at 4.4% (22% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,416 business establishments, including 99 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Carlisle is $132,600 , 53% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $183,522. Median rent is $658/month, with 28.6% 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 1978.
Safety & Crime
Carlisle reports 349 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 8% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,691/100K.
Education
12.6% of adults in Carlisle hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below the national average). 90.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Carlisle has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.0 inches.