Delight, AR

Arkansas

Delight is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 316. Residents earn $32,396 per year, which is 57% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
316 Population 575/sq mi density
$32,396 Median Income $24,413 per capita
$57,100 Home Value
$631 Median Rent 24.7% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$32,396 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$57,100 home value, $631/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,396
57% lower than US avg
Home Value $57,100
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.4%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $631
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.0%
69% higher than US avg

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

People

Population316
Median Age47.7 yrs
Density575/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

C+
Median Income$32,396
Per Capita$24,413
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty21.0%
County GDP$401M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$57,100
Rent$631
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden24.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain58.4 in/yr
Elevation360 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.4%
High School+90.3%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%
Commute22 min
Libraries3

Is Delight a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Delight receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Delight offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Delight is $32,396, 57% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 21.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Delight is $57,100, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $631 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Delight enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Delight has a population of 316 with a density of 575 people per square mile. The median age is 47.7 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.2%), with 5.1% Hispanic.

Population

316
Total Population
575
People / sq mi
47.7yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Delight vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Delight vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Delight is $32,396, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Delight vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,396
57% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,413
Avg Weekly Wage$801
IRS Avg AGI$51,311

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.0%
69% above US avg
Establishments (County)269
County GDP$401M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare26
Retail37
Manufacturing16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,763
50% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.09%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Drive Alone74.3%
Public Transit4.0%
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Delight is $57,100, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $631 (46% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$57,100
80% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$631
46% below US avg
Rent Burden24.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,763
50% below US avg
Effective Rate3.09%
In Delight, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.2% report depression. 32.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure38.3%
Asthma10.8%
COPD8.6%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity32.1%
Depression28.2%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress16.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death13,905/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access35.3%
Healthcare Facilities26

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Delight has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.1°F
11% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.4 inches
54% above US avg
Snowfall1.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation360 ft (110 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density575/sq mi
Coordinates34.0295°N, 93.5066°W
County FIPS05109
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 73.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86%
D 12.9%

Winner: Republican by 73.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.4%
66% below US avg
High School+90.3%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density575/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities26
Restaurants20
Retail Stores37

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Drive Alone74.3%
Public Transit4.0%
Work from Home3.0%

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