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Coy, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

Coy is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 69. Residents earn $51,250 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
69 Population 103/sq mi density
$51,250 Median Income $28,242 per capita
$93,100 Home Value
$700 Median Rent 16.7% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$51,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$93,100 home value, $700/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,250
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $93,100
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.0%
94% lower than US avg
Median Rent $700
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population69
Median Age54.2 yrs
Density103/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans53.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,250
Per Capita$28,242
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$2,116M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$93,100
Rent$700
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units39
Rent Burden16.7%

Health

Obesity38.7%
Uninsured15.6%
Smoking19.7%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.5 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation215 ft (66 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.0%
High School+53.1%
Graduate+5.4%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute28 min
Broadband27.0%
Libraries5

Is Coy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Coy receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Coy offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Coy is $51,250, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Coy is $93,100, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $700 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 53.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Coy enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°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 50.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Coy has a population of 69 with a density of 103 people per square mile. The median age is 54.2 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.7%), with 1.4% Black.

Population

69
Total Population
103
People / sq mi
54.2yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Coy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.2%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.8%
49% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Coy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Coy is $51,250, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Coy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,250
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,242
Avg Weekly Wage$828
IRS Avg AGI$69,410

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,416
County GDP$2,116M

Business (County)

Restaurants99
Healthcare131
Retail170
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,548
27% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.9 min
Drive Alone79.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Coy is $93,100, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $700 (40% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$93,100
67% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$700
40% below US avg
Rent Burden16.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.6%
Housing Units39
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,548
27% below US avg
Effective Rate2.74%
In Coy, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.6% of residents lack health insurance. 19.7% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 37.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure39.9%
Asthma10.4%
COPD8.3%
Cancer6.3%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.7%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity37.6%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress16.5%
Short Sleep41.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%
Uninsured15.6%
81% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.2%
Dental Visits47.9%
Premature Death9,867/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access47.0%
Healthcare Facilities131
Coy has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.5 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.1°F
13% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.5 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall3.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation215 ft (66 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density103/sq mi
Coordinates34.5405°N, 91.8713°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05085
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 2.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.7-point margin. 27.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.9%
D 22.2%

Winner: Republican by 53.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.0%
94% below US avg
High School+53.1%
Graduate Degree+5.4%
School Test Score4.91
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density103/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access27.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities131
Restaurants99
Retail Stores170

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.9 min
Drive Alone79.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

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