Deer, AR

Arkansas

Deer is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 147. Residents earn $44,208 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
147 Population 53/sq mi density
$44,208 Median Income $24,119 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$44,208 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,208
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.9%
68% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.9%
12% lower than US avg

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

People

Population147
Median Age64.3 yrs
Density53/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 77%
Veterans79.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$44,208
Per Capita$24,119
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.9%
County GDP$139M
Commute35 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease4.5%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain56.3 in/yr
Elevation2,225 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.9%
High School+78.2%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute35 min
Broadband73.0%
Libraries1

Is Deer a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Deer receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Deer has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Deer is $44,208, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Deer experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.3 inches, including 9.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Deer has a population of 147 with a density of 53 people per square mile. The median age is 64.3 years, 65% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.9%).

Population

147
Total Population
53
People / sq mi
64.3yrs
Median Age
65% above US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Deer vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Deer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Deer is $44,208, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Deer vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,208
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,119
Avg Weekly Wage$695
IRS Avg AGI$47,562

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.9%
12% below US avg
Establishments (County)117
County GDP$139M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare16
Retail16
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,700
51% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,700
51% below US avg
In Deer, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.4% report depression. 26.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.5%
High Blood Pressure30.6%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.5%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity26.8%
Depression27.4%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.3%
Checkup Rate68.8%
Premature Death11,536/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access58.5%
Healthcare Facilities16

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Deer has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.2°F
2% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.3 inches
48% above US avg
Snowfall9.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,225 ft (678 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.2 km²)
Population Density53/sq mi
Coordinates35.8280°N, 93.2196°W
County FIPS05101
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 10.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.2-point margin. 73.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.3%
D 17.1%

Winner: Republican by 64.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.9%
68% below US avg
High School+78.2%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density53/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants11
Retail Stores16

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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