Center Ridge, AR

Arkansas

Center Ridge is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 206. Residents earn $52,750 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
206 Population 22/sq mi density
$52,750 Median Income $25,497 per capita
$84,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$52,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,000 home value
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,750
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $84,000
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.3%
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.9%
20% higher than US avg

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

People

Population206
Median Age29.1 yrs
Density22/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,750
Per Capita$25,497
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.9%
County GDP$1,016M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.2 in/yr
Elevation719 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.3%
High School+91.2%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute32 min
Broadband96.0%
Libraries2

Is Center Ridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Center Ridge receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Center Ridge stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Center Ridge is $52,750, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Center Ridge is $84,000, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Center Ridge enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Center Ridge has a population of 206 with a density of 22 people per square mile. The median age is 29.1 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

206
Total Population
22
People / sq mi
29.1yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
9.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.2%
Female 57.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Center Ridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Center Ridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Center Ridge is $52,750, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Center Ridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,750
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,497
Avg Weekly Wage$954
IRS Avg AGI$59,901

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.9%
20% above US avg
Establishments (County)499
County GDP$1,016M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare50
Retail75
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,868
47% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.4 min
Work from Home6.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Center Ridge is $84,000, 70% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,000
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,868
47% below US avg
Effective Rate2.22%
In Center Ridge, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.8% report depression. 31.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Center Ridge vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure38.8%
Asthma10.1%
COPD8.3%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity31.5%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress15.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.0%
Checkup Rate75.3%
Premature Death12,472/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.8/10
Exercise Access45.7%
Healthcare Facilities50

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Center Ridge has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average61.1°F
13% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.2 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall2.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation719 ft (219 m)
Area9.5 sq mi (24.5 km²)
Population Density22/sq mi
Coordinates35.3807°N, 92.5756°W
County FIPS05029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 33.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.3-point margin. 96.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69%
D 28.7%

Winner: Republican by 40.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.3%
1% below US avg
High School+91.2%
School Test Score4.91
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density22/sq mi
Total Area9.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities50
Restaurants38
Retail Stores75

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.4 min
Work from Home6.9%

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