Cushman, AR

Arkansas

Cushman is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 456. Residents earn $42,411 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
456 Population 112/sq mi density
$42,411 Median Income $24,836 per capita
$115,700 Home Value
$464 Median Rent 23.9% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$42,411 median income, 5.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$115,700 home value, $464/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,411
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $115,700
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.4%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $464
60% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.7%
58% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.3%
48% higher than US avg

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

People

Population456
Median Age42.8 yrs
Density112/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans3.3%

Economy

C+
Median Income$42,411
Per Capita$24,836
Unemployment5.7%
Poverty18.3%
County GDP$2,636M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$115,700
Rent$464
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden23.9%

Health

Obesity40.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.6 in/yr
Elevation702 ft (214 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.4%
High School+80.9%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute25 min
Broadband66.7%
Libraries1

Is Cushman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cushman receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Cushman offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cushman is $42,411, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 18.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cushman is $115,700, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $464 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Cushman enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Cushman has a population of 456 with a density of 112 people per square mile. The median age is 42.8 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95%), with 2.6% Hispanic.

Population

456
Total Population
112
People / sq mi
42.8yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
4.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.8%
Female 54.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Cushman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cushman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cushman is $42,411, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Cushman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,411
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,836
Avg Weekly Wage$935
IRS Avg AGI$60,486

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.7%
58% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.3%
48% above US avg
Establishments (County)958
County GDP$2,636M

Business (County)

Restaurants74
Healthcare107
Retail152
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,581
26% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Cushman is $115,700, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $464 (60% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,700
59% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$464
60% below US avg
Rent Burden23.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,581
26% below US avg
Effective Rate2.23%
In Cushman, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 32.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure36.3%
Asthma10.5%
COPD8.1%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity32.1%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress15.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.8%
Checkup Rate76.5%
Premature Death11,068/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access48.4%
Healthcare Facilities107
Cushman has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.3°F
6% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.6 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall4.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation702 ft (214 m)
Area4.1 sq mi (10.6 km²)
Population Density112/sq mi
Coordinates35.8658°N, 91.7781°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05063
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.5-point margin. 66.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.7%
D 19.2%

Winner: Republican by 59.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.4%
60% below US avg
High School+80.9%
School Test Score4.91
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density112/sq mi
Total Area4.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access66.7%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities107
Restaurants74
Retail Stores152

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.6%

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