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Cash, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

Cash is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 365. Residents earn $29,615 per year, which is 61% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
365 Population 986/sq mi density
$29,615 Median Income $18,160 per capita
$76,700 Home Value
$871 Median Rent 24.3% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$29,615 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$76,700 home value, $871/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $29,615
61% lower than US avg
Home Value $76,700
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.6%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $871
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 43.3%
249% higher than US avg

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

People

Population365
Median Age33.9 yrs
Density986/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans7.5%

Economy

C
Median Income$29,615
Per Capita$18,160
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty43.3%
County GDP$7,259M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$76,700
Rent$871
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units124
Rent Burden24.3%

Health

Obesity38.3%
Uninsured11.2%
Smoking18.4%
Depression28.4%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain52.0 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation249 ft (76 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.6%
High School+81.9%
Graduate+5.7%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute26 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries4

Is Cash a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cash receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Cash offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cash is $29,615, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. The poverty rate of 43.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cash is $76,700, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $871 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Cash enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Cash has a population of 365 with a density of 986 people per square mile. The median age is 33.9 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%).

Population

365
Total Population
986
People / sq mi
33.9yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.8%
Female 42.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Cash vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cash vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cash is $29,615, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 43.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Cash vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,615
61% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,160
Avg Weekly Wage$994
IRS Avg AGI$72,055

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate43.3%
249% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,006
County GDP$7,259M

Business (County)

Restaurants267
Healthcare386
Retail441
Manufacturing90

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,983
15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.1 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Cash is $76,700, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $871 (25% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$76,700
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$871
25% 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-Occupied41.8%
Housing Units124
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,983
15% below US avg
Effective Rate3.89%
In Cash, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.2% of residents lack health insurance. 18.4% are current smokers. 28.4% report depression. 31.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure37.3%
Asthma10.5%
COPD8.6%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.4%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity31.2%
Depression28.4%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress15.7%
Short Sleep40.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Uninsured11.2%
30% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits52.8%
Premature Death10,320/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access58.2%
Healthcare Facilities386
Cash has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.0 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average58.9°F
9% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.0 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall3.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation249 ft (76 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density986/sq mi
Coordinates35.8012°N, 90.9316°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05031
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.4-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.5%
D 30.1%

Winner: Republican by 37.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.6%
60% below US avg
High School+81.9%
Graduate Degree+5.7%
School Test Score4.91
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density986/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities386
Restaurants267
Retail Stores441

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.1 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

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