De Queen, AR

Arkansas

De Queen is a small city in Arkansas with a population of 6,077. Residents earn $50,979 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
6,077 Population 1,003/sq mi density
$50,979 Median Income $23,905 per capita
$108,500 Home Value $171,416 Zillow
$705 Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
222 Violent Crime/100K 2,238 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$50,979 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$108,500 home value, $705/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
222 violent crimes/100K (42% below avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,979
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $108,500
62% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 222/100K
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.0%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $705
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.4%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.5%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,077
Median Age33.6 yrs
Density1,003/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 39%

Economy

B+
Median Income$50,979
Per Capita$23,905
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty8.5%
County GDP$1,762M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,500
Rent$705
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$171,416

Crime

F
Violent222/100K
Property2,238/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault178/100K
Burglary652/100K

Health

Obesity43.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease8.0%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain55.0 in/yr
Elevation433 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.0%
High School+56.4%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute24 min
EV Stations4
Libraries3

Is De Queen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, De Queen receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. De Queen has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in De Queen is $50,979, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 8.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in De Queen is $108,500, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $705 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in De Queen is below the national average at 222 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,238 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 56.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

De Queen enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

De Queen has a population of 6,077 with a density of 1,003 people per square mile. The median age is 33.6 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (38.7%), with 3.2% Hispanic, 6.3% Black.

Population

6,077
Total Population
1,003
People / sq mi
33.6yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
6.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

De Queen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only43.6%
44% below US avg
Spanish56.4%
321% above US avg

Social Characteristics

De Queen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in De Queen is $50,979, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: De Queen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,979
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,905
Avg Weekly Wage$881
IRS Avg AGI$51,213

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)891
County GDP$1,762M

Business (County)

Restaurants88
Healthcare87
Retail101
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,697
52% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in De Queen is $108,500, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $705 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $171,416.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,500
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$171,416

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$705
39% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied44.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,697
52% below US avg
Effective Rate1.56%
In De Queen, 43.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.3% report depression. 45.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: De Queen vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.4%
35% above US avg
Diabetes15.8%
Heart Disease8.0%
High Blood Pressure38.5%
Asthma10.3%
COPD9.3%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.1%
Physical Inactivity45.7%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress19.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.0%
Checkup Rate75.0%
Premature Death17,783/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.9/10
Exercise Access56.4%
Healthcare Facilities87
De Queen has a violent crime rate of 222 per 100,000 residents, 42% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,238 per 100,000 (14% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: De Queen vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent222.3/100K
42% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape29.6/100K
Robbery14.8/100K
Assault177.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,237.7/100K
14% above US avg
Burglary652.1/100K
Theft1,481.9/100K
Vehicle Theft103.7/100K
Arson59.3/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
De Queen has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.0 inches
45% above US avg
Snowfall2.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation433 ft (132 m)
Area6.1 sq mi (15.7 km²)
Population Density1,003/sq mi
Coordinates34.0422°N, 94.3421°W
County FIPS40089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.9%
D 15%

Winner: Republican by 68.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.0%
67% below US avg
High School+56.4%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,003/sq mi
Total Area6.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities87
Restaurants88
Retail Stores101

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.5 min
Work from Home0.0%

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