Crossett, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · Ashley County County
Crossett, AR
At a Glance
How Crossett Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Crossett's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Crossett a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Crossett residents earn a median household income of $42,792 , which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,571. The unemployment rate stands at 5.8% (61% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 21.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 501 business establishments, including 25 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Crossett is $101,200 , 64% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $88,067. Median rent is $544/month, with 32.3% 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 1971.
Safety & Crime
Crossett reports 777 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 104% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,884/100K.
Education
22.9% of adults in Crossett hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below the national average). 91.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Crossett has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.7 inches.