Cherry Valley, AR

Arkansas

Cherry Valley is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 661. Residents earn $40,156 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
661 Population 858/sq mi density
$40,156 Median Income $28,862 per capita
$79,100 Home Value
$875 Median Rent 35.6% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$40,156 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$79,100 home value, $875/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,156
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $79,100
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.1%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $875
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.3%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.6%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population661
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density858/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans4.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$40,156
Per Capita$28,862
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty9.6%
County GDP$588M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$79,100
Rent$875
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units258
Rent Burden35.6%

Health

Obesity43.3%
Uninsured12.2%
Smoking20.3%
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.6 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation279 ft (85 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.1%
High School+84.3%
Graduate+3.7%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute29 min
Broadband83.3%
Libraries2

Is Cherry Valley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cherry Valley receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Cherry Valley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cherry Valley is $40,156, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 9.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cherry Valley is $79,100, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $875 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Cherry Valley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Cherry Valley has a population of 661 with a density of 858 people per square mile. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.7%), with 9.7% Hispanic, 4.5% Black.

Population

661
Total Population
858
People / sq mi
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Cherry Valley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cherry Valley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cherry Valley is $40,156, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Cherry Valley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,156
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,862
Avg Weekly Wage$795
IRS Avg AGI$53,483

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.6%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)453
County GDP$588M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare48
Retail64
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,832
48% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.5 min
Drive Alone70.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Cherry Valley is $79,100, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $875 (25% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,100
72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$875
25% below US avg
Rent Burden35.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.3%
Housing Units258
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,832
48% below US avg
Effective Rate2.32%
In Cherry Valley, 43.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.2% of residents lack health insurance. 20.3% are current smokers. 27.9% report depression. 35.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cherry Valley vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.3%
35% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure39.6%
Asthma10.9%
COPD9.4%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.3%
45% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity35.4%
Depression27.9%
Mental Distress21.7%
Physical Distress16.8%
Short Sleep40.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.3%
Uninsured12.2%
42% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.1%
Dental Visits51.4%
Premature Death13,763/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.7/10
Exercise Access72.3%
Healthcare Facilities48
Cherry Valley has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.6 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average62.2°F
15% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.6 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall2.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation279 ft (85 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density858/sq mi
Coordinates35.4028°N, 90.7536°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.6-point margin. 83.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.7%
D 25.1%

Winner: Republican by 47.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.1%
79% below US avg
High School+84.3%
Graduate Degree+3.7%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density858/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.3%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities48
Restaurants30
Retail Stores64

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.5 min
Drive Alone70.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.8%

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