Cotton Plant, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · Woodruff County County
Cotton Plant, AR
At a Glance
How Cotton Plant Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Cotton Plant's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Cotton Plant a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Cotton Plant residents earn a median household income of $12,043 , which is 84% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,772. The unemployment rate stands at 14.1% (292% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 57.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 185 business establishments, including 8 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Cotton Plant is $37,000 , 87% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $98,651. Median rent is $537/month, with 51.0% 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 1973.
Education
12.3% of adults in Cotton Plant hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below the national average). 72.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
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 totals 51.2 inches.