Cotter, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · Marion County County
Cotter, AR
At a Glance
How Cotter Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Cotter's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Cotter a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Cotter residents earn a median household income of $33,250 , which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,414. The unemployment rate stands at 5.0% (39% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 310 business establishments, including 30 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Cotter is $162,000 , 43% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $245,188. Median rent is $657/month, with 48.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 86.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1970.
Safety & Crime
Cotter reports 312 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 18% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 519/100K.
Education
16.1% of adults in Cotter hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below the national average). 93.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Cotter has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches.