Arkansas
Denning is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 296. Residents earn $36,591 per year, which is 51% below the national average.
Based on current data, Denning receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Denning offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Denning is $36,591, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 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 26 minutes.
The median home value in Denning is $59,100, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $913 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Denning enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 93.6% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 6.4% |
| 52% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $36,591 |
| 51% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $17,685 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $855 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,661 |
| Unemployment | 6.1% |
| 69% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 21.0% |
| 69% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 394 |
| County GDP | $689M |
| Restaurants | 27 |
| Healthcare | 38 |
| Retail | 57 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,474 |
| 58% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.49% |
| Commute Time | 26.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 79.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.2% |
| Census Median | $59,100 |
| 79% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $913 |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 28.3% |
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
| Owner-Occupied | 81.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,474 |
| 58% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.49% |
| Obesity | 41.8% |
| 30% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.3% |
| Heart Disease | 8.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 40.1% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 10.4% |
| Stroke | 4.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 36.3% |
| Depression | 28.9% |
| Mental Distress | 22.6% |
| Physical Distress | 18.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 94.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.5% |
| Premature Death | 12,985/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 66.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 38 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Annual Average | 60.7°F |
| 12% above US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 49.3 inches |
| 30% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 2.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 421 ft (128 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 274/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.4252°N, 93.7568°W |
| County FIPS | 05047 |
Winner: Republican by 62.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 7.9% |
| 77% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 77.7% |
| School Test Score | 4.91 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 274/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.1 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 100.0% |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 38 |
| Restaurants | 27 |
| Retail Stores | 57 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 26.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 79.6% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.2% |