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Des Arc, MO

Missouri

Des Arc is a small town in Missouri with a population of 193. Residents earn $62,188 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
193 Population 919/sq mi density
$62,188 Median Income $20,264 per capita
$81,700 Home Value $154,525 Zillow
56°F Avg Temperature 255 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$62,188 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,700 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,188
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,700
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.7%
86% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.5%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 34.0%
174% higher than US avg

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

People

Population193
Median Age26.7 yrs
Density919/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans9.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$62,188
Per Capita$20,264
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty34.0%
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$154,525
Housing Units85
Rent Burden27.9%

Health

Obesity42.5%
Uninsured10.9%
Smoking22.9%
Depression29.1%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain44.8 in/yr
Sunny Days255/yr
Elevation548 ft (167 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.7%
High School+84.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute25 min
Broadband63.0%

Is Des Arc a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Des Arc receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Des Arc offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Des Arc is $62,188, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. The poverty rate of 34.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Des Arc is $81,700, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Des Arc enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 255 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Des Arc has a population of 193 with a density of 919 people per square mile. The median age is 26.7 years, 31% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.5%).

Population

193
Total Population
919
People / sq mi
26.7yrs
Median Age
31% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44%
Female 56%

Race & Ethnicity

Des Arc vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Des Arc vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Des Arc is $62,188, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 34.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Des Arc vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,188
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,264

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate34.0%
174% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Drive Alone83.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Des Arc is $81,700, 71% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $154,525.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,700
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$154,525

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$732
1 Bedroom$775
2 Bedrooms$970
3 Bedrooms$1,265
4 Bedrooms$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.4%
Housing Units85
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

In Des Arc, 42.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.9% of residents lack health insurance. 22.9% are current smokers. 29.1% report depression. 34.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Des Arc vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.5%
32% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure35.9%
Asthma11.4%
COPD10.1%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.9%
64% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity34.2%
Depression29.1%
Mental Distress21.7%
Physical Distress17.0%
Short Sleep39.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.1%
Uninsured10.9%
27% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits54.4%

Food & Exercise

Des Arc has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.8 inches. The area enjoys 255 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average55.8°F
3% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days255 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.8 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall2.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation548 ft (167 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density919/sq mi
Coordinates37.2826°N, 90.6373°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
4.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 63.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.7%
86% below US avg
High School+84.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density919/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Drive Alone83.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.4%

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