Carthage, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

Carthage is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 170. Residents earn $21,429 per year, which is 71% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
170 Population 172/sq mi density
$21,429 Median Income $17,679 per capita
$88,300 Home Value $74,968 Zillow
$405 Median Rent 24.3% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$21,429 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$88,300 home value, $405/mo rent
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $21,429
71% lower than US avg
Home Value $88,300
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $405
65% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.3%
44% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.4%
73% higher than US avg

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

People

Population170
Median Age59.4 yrs
Density172/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 10%
Veterans13.9%

Economy

C+
Median Income$21,429
Per Capita$17,679
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty21.4%
County GDP$668M
Commute16 min

Housing

A
Home Value$88,300
Rent$405
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$74,968
Rent Burden24.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity46.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.1%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain57.8 in/yr
Elevation308 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+90.9%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute16 min
Broadband92.0%
Libraries1

Is Carthage a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Carthage receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Carthage offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Carthage is $21,429, 71% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. The poverty rate of 21.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Carthage is $88,300, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $405 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Carthage enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Carthage has a population of 170 with a density of 172 people per square mile. The median age is 59.4 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (90%), with 10% White.

Population

170
Total Population
172
People / sq mi
59.4yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.3%
Female 44.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Carthage vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Carthage vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carthage is $21,429, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Carthage vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$21,429
71% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,679
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$67,457

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.4%
73% above US avg
Establishments (County)354
County GDP$668M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare25
Retail54
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,107
40% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.0 min
Drive Alone76.7%
Public Transit11.6%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Carthage is $88,300, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $405 (65% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $74,968.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$88,300
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$74,968

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$405
65% below US avg
Rent Burden24.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,107
40% below US avg
Effective Rate2.39%
In Carthage, 46.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.1% report depression. 38.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.3%
44% above US avg
Diabetes15.0%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure46.5%
Asthma11.6%
COPD6.7%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking11.9%
Physical Inactivity38.0%
Depression20.1%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.3%
Checkup Rate81.4%
Premature Death11,188/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access35.1%
Healthcare Facilities25

Crime Rates: Carthage vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Carthage 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 is 57.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average61.9°F
15% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.8 inches
52% above US avg
Snowfall2.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation308 ft (94 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density172/sq mi
Coordinates34.0726°N, 92.5553°W
County FIPS05053
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.9-point margin. 92.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.6%
D 14.8%

Winner: Republican by 68.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+90.9%
School Test Score4.91
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density172/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants22
Retail Stores54

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.0 min
Drive Alone76.7%
Public Transit11.6%
Work from Home0.0%

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