Home Value $211,500

25% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 16.2%

52% lower than US avg

Median Rent $633

46% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.7%

17% higher than US avg

Unemployment 6.6%

83% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 30.0%

142% higher than US avg

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

People

Population105

Median Age41.3 yrs

Density206/mi²

Male / Female59% / 41%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans76.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$17,701

Unemployment6.6%

Poverty30.0%

County GDP$2,328M

Commute36 min

Housing

Home Value$211,500

Rent$633

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units52

Rent Burden42.5%

Health

Obesity37.7%

Uninsured10.0%

Smoking16.5%

Depression28.9%

Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain53.4 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation886 ft (270 m)

Education

Bachelor's+16.2%

High School+83.8%

Graduate+9.3%

School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%

Commute36 min

Broadband41.0%

Libraries6

Is Chester a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chester receives an overall livability score of 2.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Chester has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 30.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chester is $211,500, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $633 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

16.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Chester enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°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 53.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Chester has a population of 105 with a density of 206 people per square mile. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

105

Total Population

206

People / sq mi

41.3yrs

Median Age

6% above US avg

0.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59%

Female 41%

Race & Ethnicity

Chester vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Chester vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chester is N/A. The unemployment rate is 6.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 30.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Chester vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$17,701
Avg Weekly Wage	$938
IRS Avg AGI	$59,294

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	6.6%
	83% above US avg
Poverty Rate	30.0%
	142% above US avg
Establishments (County)	1,281
County GDP	$2,328M

Business (County)

Restaurants	101
Healthcare	121
Retail	165
Manufacturing	50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,191
	37% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	1.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	35.7 min
Drive Alone	82.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	17.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Chester is $211,500, 25% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $633 (46% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$211,500
	25% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$633
	46% below US avg
Rent Burden	42.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	58.5%
Housing Units	52
Median Year Built	1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,191
	37% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.04%

In Chester, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.0% of residents lack health insurance. 16.5% are current smokers. 28.9% report depression. 27.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.7%
	17% above US avg
Diabetes	9.8%
Heart Disease	6.6%
High Blood Pressure	36.1%
Asthma	10.8%
COPD	7.6%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.5%
	18% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.5%
Physical Inactivity	27.6%
Depression	28.9%
Mental Distress	20.9%
Physical Distress	15.0%
Short Sleep	39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.8%
Uninsured	10.0%
	16% above US avg
Checkup Rate	76.5%
Dental Visits	49.8%
Premature Death	11,457/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	5.9/10
Exercise Access	59.5%
Healthcare Facilities	121

Chester has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.4 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	59.0°F
	9% above US avg
January Average	38°F (3°C)
July Average	80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	53.4 inches
	41% above US avg
Snowfall	3.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	886 ft (270 m)
Area	0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density	206/sq mi
Coordinates	35.6778°N, 94.1778°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	05033

It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 16.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.2-point margin. 41.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.1%

D 19.9%

Winner: Republican by 58.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	16.2%
	52% below US avg
High School+	83.8%
Graduate Degree+	9.3%
School Test Score	4.91

C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3	Metro — under 250K
Population Density	206/sq mi
Total Area	0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	41.0%
Public Libraries	6
Healthcare Facilities	121
Restaurants	101
Retail Stores	165

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	35.7 min
Drive Alone	82.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	17.6%

Chester, AR

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Chester a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Chester vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Chester vs U.S. Average

Income: Chester vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities