Damascus, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · Faulkner County County
Damascus, AR
At a Glance
How Damascus Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Damascus's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Damascus a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Damascus residents earn a median household income of $64,167 , which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,360. The unemployment rate stands at 2.4% (33% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,252 business establishments, including 274 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Damascus is $139,100 , 51% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $224,103. Median rent is $800/month, with 27.5% 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 1979.
Safety & Crime
Damascus reports 254 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 33% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,799/100K.
Education
20.9% of adults in Damascus hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below the national average). 94.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Damascus has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.4 inches.