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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 43.6% |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Spanish | 56.4% |
| 321% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $50,979 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $23,905 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $881 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,213 |
| Unemployment | 2.4% |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.5% |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 891 |
| County GDP | $1,762M |
| Restaurants | 88 |
| Healthcare | 87 |
| Retail | 101 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,697 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.56% |
| Commute Time | 23.5 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $108,500 |
| 62% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $171,416 |
| Census Median Rent | $705 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
| Owner-Occupied | 44.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,697 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.56% |
| Obesity | 43.4% |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.8% |
| Heart Disease | 8.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.5% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 9.3% |
| Stroke | 4.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 45.7% |
| Depression | 23.3% |
| Mental Distress | 20.3% |
| Physical Distress | 19.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 74.0% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.0% |
| Premature Death | 17,783/100K |
| Food Environment | 5.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 56.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 87 |
| Total Violent | 222.3/100K |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 29.6/100K |
| Robbery | 14.8/100K |
| Assault | 177.8/100K |
| Total Property | 2,237.7/100K |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 652.1/100K |
| Theft | 1,481.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 103.7/100K |
| Arson | 59.3/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 62.1°F |
| 15% above US avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 55.0 inches |
| 45% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 2.5 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 433 ft (132 m) |
| Area | 6.1 sq mi (15.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,003/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.0422°N, 94.3421°W |
| County FIPS | 40089 |
Winner: Republican by 68.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 11.0% |
| 67% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 56.4% |
| School Test Score | 4.91 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 1,003/sq mi |
| Total Area | 6.1 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 4 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 4 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 87 |
| Restaurants | 88 |
| Retail Stores | 101 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 10 |
| Avg Commute | 23.5 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |