Coal Hill, AR

Arkansas

Coal Hill is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 856. Residents earn $36,957 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
856 Population 306/sq mi density
$36,957 Median Income $16,443 per capita
$104,000 Home Value
$499 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$36,957 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$104,000 home value, $499/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,957
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $104,000
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.3%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $499
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.7%
99% higher than US avg

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

People

Population856
Median Age49.9 yrs
Density306/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

C+
Median Income$36,957
Per Capita$16,443
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty24.7%
County GDP$689M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$104,000
Rent$499
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.0%
Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain49.3 in/yr
Elevation475 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.3%
High School+75.3%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute23 min
Libraries2

Is Coal Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Coal Hill receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Coal Hill offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Coal Hill is $36,957, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. The poverty rate of 24.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Coal Hill is $104,000, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $499 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Coal Hill enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Coal Hill has a population of 856 with a density of 306 people per square mile. The median age is 49.9 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.1%), with 6.9% Hispanic.

Population

856
Total Population
306
People / sq mi
49.9yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.2%
Female 54.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Coal Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.2%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.8%
64% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Coal Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Coal Hill is $36,957, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Coal Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,957
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,443
Avg Weekly Wage$855
IRS Avg AGI$56,661

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate24.7%
99% above US avg
Establishments (County)394
County GDP$689M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare38
Retail57
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,474
58% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.5 min
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Coal Hill is $104,000, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $499 (57% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,000
63% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$499
57% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,474
58% below US avg
Effective Rate1.42%
In Coal Hill, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.0% report depression. 38.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Coal Hill vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease7.9%
High Blood Pressure39.7%
Asthma11.5%
COPD11.1%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity38.3%
Depression29.0%
Mental Distress23.2%
Physical Distress19.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.9%
Checkup Rate74.8%
Premature Death12,985/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access66.7%
Healthcare Facilities38

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Coal Hill has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average60.7°F
12% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.3 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall2.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation475 ft (145 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.3 km²)
Population Density306/sq mi
Coordinates35.4369°N, 93.6652°W
County FIPS05047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.1%
D 17.7%

Winner: Republican by 62.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.3%
69% below US avg
High School+75.3%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density306/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities38
Restaurants27
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.5 min
Work from Home2.0%

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