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Cotton Plant, AR

Arkansas

Cotton Plant is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 411. Residents earn $12,043 per year, which is 84% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
411 Population 395/sq mi density
$12,043 Median Income $19,772 per capita
$37,000 Home Value
$537 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$12,043 median income, 5.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$37,000 home value, $537/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $12,043
84% lower than US avg
Home Value $37,000
87% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.3%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $537
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.7%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.2%
44% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 57.5%
364% higher than US avg

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

People

Population411
Median Age55.0 yrs
Density395/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 11%
Veterans1.5%

Economy

D
Median Income$12,043
Per Capita$19,772
Unemployment5.2%
Poverty57.5%
County GDP$327M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$37,000
Rent$537
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units302
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity43.7%
Uninsured14.0%
Smoking21.1%
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.1 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation191 ft (58 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.3%
High School+72.2%
Graduate+1.2%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute19 min
Broadband38.6%
Libraries3

Is Cotton Plant a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cotton Plant receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Cotton Plant has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cotton Plant is $12,043, 84% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 57.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cotton Plant is $37,000, 87% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $537 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Cotton Plant enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Cotton Plant has a population of 411 with a density of 395 people per square mile. The median age is 55.0 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (83.2%), with 11.4% White.

Population

411
Total Population
395
People / sq mi
55.0yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.7%
Female 54.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Cotton Plant vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Cotton Plant vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cotton Plant is $12,043, which is 84% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 57.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Cotton Plant vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$12,043
84% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,772
Avg Weekly Wage$881
IRS Avg AGI$49,333

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above US avg
Poverty Rate57.5%
364% above US avg
Establishments (County)185
County GDP$327M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare16
Retail23
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,020
71% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.6 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Cotton Plant is $37,000, 87% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $537 (54% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$37,000
87% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$537
54% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied43.3%
Housing Units302
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,020
71% below US avg
Effective Rate2.76%
In Cotton Plant, 43.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.0% of residents lack health insurance. 21.1% are current smokers. 23.0% report depression. 40.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cotton Plant vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.7%
36% above US avg
Diabetes16.7%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure46.8%
Asthma12.0%
COPD9.0%
Cancer5.1%
Stroke5.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.1%
51% above US avg
Binge Drinking12.2%
Physical Inactivity40.9%
Depression23.0%
Mental Distress21.8%
Physical Distress17.2%
Short Sleep47.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.8%
Uninsured14.0%
63% above US avg
Checkup Rate80.1%
Dental Visits42.3%
Premature Death11,239/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access45.5%
Healthcare Facilities16
Cotton Plant has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.1 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.6°F
12% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.1 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall1.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation191 ft (58 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density395/sq mi
Coordinates35.0059°N, 91.2521°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05147
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 12.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.5-point margin. 38.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.3%
D 32.8%

Winner: Republican by 32.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.3%
64% below US avg
High School+72.2%
Graduate Degree+1.2%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density395/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access38.6%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants8
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.6 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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