Sign In Register

Desha, AR

Arkansas · Independence County

Desha is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 908. Residents earn $77,768 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
908 Population 400/sq mi density
$77,768 Median Income $29,083 per capita
$143,300 Home Value $171,300 Zillow
$702 Median Rent 29.8% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
426 Violent Crime/100K 2,181 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$77,768 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$143,300 home value, $702/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
426 violent crimes/100K (12% above avg)
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.7% bachelor's degree or higher

Discover Desha, AR

Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.

Full City Profile
Median Income $77,768
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $143,300
49% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 426/100K
12% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.7%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $702
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population908
Median Age51.7 yrs
Density400/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans2.2%

Economy

A+
Median Income$77,768
Per Capita$29,083
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,636M
Commute49 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$143,300
Rent$702
Ownership85.4%
Zillow$171,300
Housing Units502
Rent Burden29.8%

Crime

F
Violent426/100K
Property2,181/100K

Health

Obesity39.2%
Uninsured10.8%
Smoking16.4%
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.8 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation300 ft (91 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.7%
High School+79.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score3.96

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute49 min
Broadband78.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Desha a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Desha 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, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Desha offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Desha is $77,768, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Desha is $143,300, 49% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $702 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.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 426 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,181 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.2% have completed high school. School test scores average 4/10, below typical benchmarks.

Climate & Weather

Desha enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Desha has a population of 908 with a density of 400 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles. The median age is 51.7 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 47.7% female and 52.3% male. The city is predominantly White (100%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 89.4% of residents, while 10.6% speak Spanish. 2.2% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 17.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 92.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

908
Total Population
400
People / sq mi
51.7yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Desha vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 89.4%
14% above US avg
Spanish 10.6%
21% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Desha vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Desha is $77,768, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,083 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $935, 35% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 958 business establishments, including 74 restaurants. The cost of living index is 86.9, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes (longer than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Desha vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,768
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,083
Avg Weekly Wage$935
IRS Avg AGI$60,486
Gini Index0.476 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)958
County GDP$2,636M

Business (County)

Restaurants74
Healthcare107
Retail152
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,581
26% below US avg
Cost of Living86.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time48.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Desha is $143,300, 49% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $171,300, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $702 (40% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $671 for a one-bedroom to $880 for a two-bedroom apartment. 85.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 502 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1977. The average annual property tax is $2,581 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 29.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$143,300
49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$171,300

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$702
40% below US avg
Rent Burden29.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$630
1 Bedroom$671
2 Bedrooms$880
3 Bedrooms$1,208
4 Bedrooms$1,476

Ownership & Property

Homeownership85.4%
Owner-Occupied85.4%
Renter-Occupied14.6%
Housing Units502
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,581
26% below US avg
Effective Rate1.80%
In Desha, 39.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.7% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.0% of residents. 34.6% have high blood pressure. 16.4% are current smokers. 17.4% report binge drinking. 31.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 27.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.1% experience frequent mental distress. 10.8% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,301. The dentist ratio is 1:2,232. 48.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.4 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure34.6%
Asthma10.5%
COPD7.4%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.4%
17% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity31.0%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress14.7%
Short Sleep39.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.3%
Uninsured10.8%
26% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,301
Dentists1:2,232
Mental Health1:540
Checkup Rate75.9%
Dental Visits53.7%
Premature Death11,068/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access48.4%
Healthcare Facilities107
Desha has a violent crime rate of 426 per 100,000 residents, 12% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,181 per 100,000, 11% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 8 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Desha receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent425.5/100K
12% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property2,180.9/100K
11% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
Traffic Accidents2
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
View full crime details →
Desha enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 50.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 300 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average59.6°F
10% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation300 ft (91 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density400/sq mi
Coordinates35.7305°N, 91.6856°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyIndependence County County
Nearest AirportBatesville Regional (BVX)
2 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.8"
34% above US avg
Snowfall 2.2"
Wettest Month (May) 5.12"
Driest Month (Jan) 2.80"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score69.1 / 100
Social Vulnerability56.5 / 100
Community Resilience26.7 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Relatively Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Very High
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Relatively Moderate
Landslide Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

305 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M2.9 on Jun 27, 2025.

Feb 28, 2011 4 km NE of Greenbrier, Arkansas M4.7 79 km
May 4, 2001 8 km NNW of Holland, Arkansas M4.3 77 km
May 1, 2005 5 km SSE of Manila, Arkansas M4.2 139 km
Feb 18, 2011 4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas M4.1 81 km
Feb 10, 2005 3 km NNW of Etowah, Arkansas M4.1 130 km
Apr 8, 2011 3 km NE of Greenbrier, Arkansas M3.9 81 km
Oct 29, 2012 8 km SW of Parkin, Arkansas M3.9 112 km
Oct 21, 1999 9 km NW of Maynard, Arkansas M3.9 106 km
Feb 18, 2011 3 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas M3.9 81 km
Aug 22, 2000 19 km WNW of Maynard, Arkansas M3.9 98 km
Jul 7, 1991 11 km ENE of Brandsville, Missouri M3.9 107 km
Jun 4, 2014 3 km ESE of Fairfield Bay, Arkansas M3.8 53 km
Feb 17, 2011 4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas M3.8 79 km
Sep 17, 1997 2 km E of Trumann, Arkansas M3.8 109 km
Apr 7, 2011 2 km NE of Greenbrier, Arkansas M3.7 82 km
Aug 16, 2003 5 km W of Thomasville, Missouri M3.7 118 km
Sep 12, 2019 13 km N of Big Flat, Arkansas M3.7 79 km
Feb 23, 2013 7 km SW of Trumann, Arkansas M3.7 102 km
Oct 15, 2017 6 km SE of Manila, Arkansas M3.6 142 km
Feb 20, 2011 3 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas M3.6 82 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

523 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 192 fatalities, 2,179 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 14, 1996 EF4 61 km 7
Mar 15, 1984 EF4 50 km 5
Mar 15, 1984 EF4 71 km 2
Dec 24, 1982 EF4 50 km 0
May 26, 1973 EF4 59 km 3
May 15, 1968 EF4 46 km 35
May 15, 1968 EF4 21 km 7
Mar 21, 1952 EF4 94 km 2
Mar 21, 1952 EF4 90 km 29
Mar 21, 1952 EF4 57 km 50
Mar 21, 1952 EF4 71 km 4
Mar 31, 2023 EF3 90 km 4
Mar 28, 2020 EF3 91 km 0
Apr 30, 2010 EF3 49 km 0
May 2, 2008 EF3 95 km 5
Apr 2, 2006 EF3 84 km 2
Apr 2, 2006 EF3 81 km 0
May 4, 2003 EF3 71 km 0
Dec 18, 2002 EF3 91 km 1
Mar 5, 1999 EF3 89 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1811 AR: NE - NEW MADRID EARTHQUAKES Eruption + Earthquake 117 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: DEAD HORSE (10,389 ac, 2007).

Year Name Acres Distance
2007 DEAD HORSE 10,389 83 km
2004 LOWER WILD 10,034 83 km
2013 LOWER WILDERNESS RX 8,699 83 km
2021 SYL BIRMINGHAM 6,803 70 km
2018 UNNAMED 4,873 70 km
2019 UNNAMED 4,493 53 km
2014 UNNAMED 4,337 56 km
2016 UNNAMED 3,807 70 km
2024 RX BAD BRANCH 2 3,591 54 km
2007 UNNAMED 3,542 70 km
2019 UNNAMED 3,441 65 km
2015 UNNAMED 3,404 66 km
2022 HATLEY MTN 3,227 99 km
2020 RORIE NORTH 3,180 60 km
2010 SPRING CREEK SOUTH RX 2,986 74 km
2024 RX CAP FORK 2,977 68 km
2019 UNNAMED 2,913 67 km
2021 UNNAMED 2,812 64 km
2005 UNNAMED 2,533 57 km
2007 UNNAMED 2,455 94 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 2.8 in Coldest, Driest
February 42°F (6°C) 3.4 in
March 51°F (10°C) 5.0 in
April 60°F (15°C) 4.7 in
May 68°F (20°C) 5.1 in Wettest
June 75°F (24°C) 3.3 in
July 80°F (27°C) 3.4 in Warmest
August 79°F (26°C) 3.4 in
September 72°F (22°C) 4.3 in
October 61°F (16°C) 3.7 in
November 49°F (10°C) 4.7 in
December 40°F (5°C) 4.4 in

Desha has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 38°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 48.1 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.1") and January the driest (2.8").

View full weather details →
Desha is located in Independence County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, a smaller urban community. 11.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 65% below the national average of 33.7%. 79.2% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 78.7% of the vote, a 59.5-point margin. 78.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 107 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 100% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.7%
D 19.2%

Winner: Republican by 59.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
Traffic Accidents2
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.7%
65% below US avg
High School+79.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score3.96
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density400/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi
CountyIndependence County County

Services

Broadband Access78.0%
Avg Download Speed68.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed34.0 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities107
Restaurants74
Retail Stores152

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute48.6 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%
Average costs for common services in Desha. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $217 ($130–$348)
Specialist Visit $304 ($174–$478)
Urgent Care Visit $174 ($87–$304)
Emergency Room Visit $1,912 ($695–$4,345)
Dental Cleaning $113 ($65–$174)
Dental Filling $217 ($130–$348)
View all 40 services

Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $39 ($22–$65)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $65 ($43–$104)
Brake Pad Replacement $261 ($130–$435)
Tire Rotation $35 ($17–$65)
New Tires (Set of 4) $521 ($348–$869)
Battery Replacement $174 ($87–$304)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $87 ($52–$130)
Electrician (Per Hour) $78 ($43–$122)
HVAC Repair $348 ($130–$695)
HVAC System Install $6,083 ($3,476–$10,428)
Roof Repair $869 ($348–$1,738)
Roof Replacement $7,821 ($4,780–$13,035)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,304 ($435–$3,042)
Divorce (Contested) $13,035 ($4,345–$26,070)
DUI Defense $4,345 ($1,738–$8,690)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,304 ($695–$2,607)
Will Preparation $435 ($174–$869)
Trust Preparation $2,173 ($869–$4,345)
View all 12 services

Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13–$39)
Women's Haircut $48 ($26–$87)
Hair Coloring (Full) $130 ($65–$217)
Manicure $22 ($13–$39)
Pedicure $35 ($22–$56)
Massage (1 Hour) $70 ($43–$113)
View all 12 services

Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.56 ($2.61–$4.78)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.04 ($2.17–$4.35)
Loaf of Bread $3.30 ($2.17–$4.78)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $3.91 ($2.61–$5.65)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.78 ($3.48–$6.52)
Rice (per lb) $0.87 ($0.52–$1.56)
View all 20 services

Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $122 ($70–$217)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $61 ($26–$130)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $61 ($35–$104)
Internet (Monthly) $61 ($35–$87)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $56 ($26–$87)
Cable TV (Monthly) $74 ($43–$130)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $174 ($65–$435)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,738 ($1,043–$3,042)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $61 ($26–$113)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($6.95–$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $87 ($26–$217)
Driver's License Renewal $26 ($13–$65)
View all 8 services

Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,043 ($521–$2,173)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $869 ($435–$1,738)
After-School Care (Monthly) $348 ($174–$608)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $43 ($22–$87)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $869 ($348–$2,173)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $10,863 ($4,345–$26,070)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $52 ($26–$87)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $87 ($43–$174)
Dog Grooming $52 ($26–$87)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $35 ($17–$65)
Dog Spay/Neuter $261 ($130–$435)
Cat Spay/Neuter $174 ($87–$348)
View all 9 services

Top Industries in Independence County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 3,850 145 $55,161 1.52
Manufacturing 3,670 42 $55,290 2.54
Retail Trade 1,955 165 $32,978 1.11
Administrative & Waste Services 1,513 49 $35,635 1.46
Accommodation & Food Services 1,182 76 $18,399 0.74
Construction 572 68 $59,225 0.62
Finance & Insurance 570 55 $69,322 0.80
Transportation & Warehousing 471 38 $62,298 0.63
Other Services 287 59 $40,673 0.54
Wholesale Trade 254 32 $59,728 0.37
Educational Services 225 6 $50,272 0.62
Utilities 174 8 $122,917 2.60
Real Estate 97 32 $48,061 0.35
Information & Technology 86 10 $45,944 0.26
Arts & Entertainment 40 8 $22,170 0.14

Radio Stations near Desha

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
The Bear - South Bend 103.9 hard rock, metal AAC+ 64 kbps
KZLE 93.1 MP3 128 kbps
105.3 The Bear rock AAC+ 32 kbps

Campgrounds Near Desha

8 campgrounds found near Desha.

NameRatingSitesPrice
BLANCHARD SPRINGS RECREATION AREA 4.6/5 23 $3–$60
JOHN F KENNEDY 4.6/5 69 $22–$50
OLD HIGHWAY 25 4.6/5 98 $18–$150
DEVILS FORK 4.5/5 57 $22–$50
DAM SITE(GREERS FERRY) 4.4/5 213 $18–$150
HEBER SPRINGS 4.3/5 117 $18–$50
HILL CREEK 4.1/5 28 $18–$50
SHILOH 4.0/5 88 $18–$150

National Parks Near Desha

13 national parks and monuments found near Desha.

ParkTypeFee
Bull Shoals White River State Park State Park Free
Grand Gulf State Park State Park Free
Jacksonport State Park State Park Free
Lake Charles State Park State Park Free
Lake Frierson State Park State Park Free
Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Mammoth Spring State Park State Park Free
Old Davidsonville State Park State Park Free
Pinnacle Mountain State Park State Park Free
Powhatan Courthouse State Park State Park Free
Village Creek State Park State Park Free
Wayside Park State Park Free
Wooly Hollow State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Desha

19 trails found near Desha.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
SYLLAMO BIKE TRAIL-JACKS BRANC 13.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
SYLLAMO BIKE TRAIL-BAD BRANCH 12.0 NATIVE MATERIAL
SYLLAMO BIKE TRAIL-SCRAPPY MT 11.7 NATIVE MATERIAL
SYLLAMO BIKE TRAIL-BALD SCRAPP 7.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
SYLLAMO BIKE TRAIL-WHITE RIVER 4.1 NATIVE MATERIAL
SYLLAMO BIKE TRAIL - JACKS BRA 1.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MIRROR LAKE TRAIL 0.9 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
OAK-PINE WOODLAND 0.6 CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL Yes
BLANCHARD CAV.-DISCOVERY TOUR 0.6 CONCRETE Yes
BLANCHARD CAV.-DRIPSTONE TOUR 0.6 CONCRETE Yes
BAD BRANCH BAILOUT #1-SW 0.5 NATIVE MATERIAL
BAD BRANCH BAILOUT #2 -SE 0.4 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
JACKS BRANCH CONNECTOR 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
BAD BRANCH BAILOUT #4-NW 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
BAD BRANCH BAILOUT #3-NE 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL
BLANCHARD BLUFF TRAIL 0.3 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
NORTH SYCAMORE CREEK SPUR 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes
MIRROR LAKE BOARDWALK 0.1 OTHER Yes
BLANCHARD SPRING 0.1 CONCRETE Yes

Museums in Desha

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
KRESGE GALLERYART MUSEUM8703077000$20,791,522
OLD INDEPENDENCE REGIONAL MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM8707932121$151,851

Libraries in Desha

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
WHITE RIVER REGIONAL LIBRARY368 E. MAIN STREET0.0235,352

Cell Towers in Desha

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
40 SUTTON LANE (70626)GTOWER126
74 DANIELS LANE (70748)GTOWER105
4177 Black Land Road (70703)LTOWER82
59 WEST SOUTH STREET (70637)LTOWER75
(Salado Cell Site) Oak Grove RoadLTOWER40

Fire Stations in Desha

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Desha Volunteer Fire Department15 Gainer Ferry RDVolunteer000-000-0000

Power Plants Near Desha

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
WHITE RIVER LOCK AND DAM 2CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC221111-91.8OP

Bridges in Desha

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19671424,700F
CulvertConcrete2002214,700F
CulvertConcrete2001534,041F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19874322,100G
CulvertConcrete193021740F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel193560700F
Channel BeamConcrete1982129396F
Channel BeamConcrete20153150G

Superfund Sites Near Desha

4 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
ARKANSAS LIME COMPANY600 LIMEDALE ROADINDEPENDENCE
ARKANSAS LIME COMPANY600 LIMEDALE ROADINDEPENDENCE
FUTUREFUEL CHEMICAL COMPANY2800 GAP ROADINDEPENDENCE
FUTUREFUEL CHEMICAL COMPANY2800 GAP ROADINDEPENDENCE

Airports Near Desha

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Amos AirportSmall Airport
Angle AirportSmall Airport
Arkavalley AirportSmall Airport
Arnof Brothers AirportSmall Airport
Bald Knob Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Barbers Lake FieldSmall Airport
Batesville Regional AirportBVXSmall Airport
Bell Flying AirportSmall Airport
Bennetts FieldSmall Airport
Bobs FieldSmall Airport
Bondair AirportSmall Airport
Breckenridge AirportSmall Airport
Buds FieldSmall Airport
Burnette Aviation AirportSmall Airport
Byers AirportSmall Airport
Calico Rock Izard County AirportSmall Airport
Cantrell Farms AirportSmall Airport
Cartillar Flying Services Hickory Ridge AirportSmall Airport
Cartillar Flying Services Tilton AirportSmall Airport
Cash FieldSmall Airport
Catt Agri Aviation Inc AirportSmall Airport
Collisons FieldSmall Airport
Crider AirportSmall Airport
Cypress Creek AirparkSmall Airport
Cypress Creek AirportSmall Airport
David Stanley Memorial AirportSmall Airport
Davidson FieldSmall Airport
Diamond Bluff AirportSmall Airport
Dogwood AirportSmall Airport
Donald Coleman Farms AirportSmall Airport
Eagle Ag AirportSmall Airport
EFS AirportSmall Airport
Elvis1 FieldSmall Airport
Falwell BaseSmall Airport
Falwell Freeway FieldSmall Airport
Falwell Railroad FieldSmall Airport
Farm Air AirportSmall Airport
FFS FieldSmall Airport
Fly "N" K AirportSmall Airport
Folden Aviation Services AirportSmall Airport
Four Mile Creek Ranch AirportSmall Airport
Freps AirportSmall Airport
Galloway Farms AirportSmall Airport
Gates AirportSmall Airport
Goads FieldSmall Airport
Graham AirportSmall Airport
H T Hankins Flying Service AirportSmall Airport
Haigwood Landing StripSmall Airport
Hamlin Flying Service AirportSmall Airport
Hammock Flying Service AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Desha

3 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Cave City Police Department
Concord City Marshall's Office
Independence County Sheriff's Office

Grocery Stores in Desha

2 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
759 Heber Springs LLCConvenience Store759 Heber Springs Rd
Dollar General 24756Other24 Bufford St

Post Offices in Desha

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Desha Post Office
Locust Grove Post Office
Locust Grove Post Office

Treatment Centers in Desha

5 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
BHG Medical Services - BatesvilleSubstance Abuse870-569-9862
Northeast AR Community Mental Health - DBA Arisa HealthSubstance Abuse870-972-4000
Pinnacle Pointe Outpatient - BatesvilleMental Health870-793-6774
White River Medical Center - Senior HavenMental Health870-262-1200 x1223
White River Medical Center - The Stepping StoneMental Health870-262-1200 x1640

Churches & Religious Organizations in Desha

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
FOCUS ONE290 CAMP RD

Explore Near Desha

Mines
1
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
View all →

Download Full City Report

Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Desha.

Get Report

Frequently Asked Questions About Desha

What is the population of Desha?

Desha has a population of 908 residents and is located in Arkansas. The population density is 400 people per square mile, spread across 2.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 47.7% female and 52.3% male.

Is Desha expensive to live in?

Desha is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 86.9 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $77,768, 3% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $143,300 (49% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $702 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 1.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Desha safe?

The violent crime rate in Desha is 426 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,181 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Desha receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Desha?

Desha enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 50.8 inches, with 2.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Desha?

The job market in Desha is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $935. There are 958 business establishments in the area, including 74 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 49 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Desha?

The median home value in Desha is $143,300. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $171,300. For renters, the median monthly rent is $702. Fair market rent is $671 for a 1-bedroom and $880 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 85.4%. The average annual property tax is $2,581.

How are the schools in Desha?

Schools in Desha have an average test score of 4 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 11.7% of adults in Desha hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.2% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Desha?

The obesity rate in Desha is 39.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.4% of adults are smokers. 31.0% are physically inactive. 27.0% of residents report depression. 10.8% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 48.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,301.

What is transportation like in Desha?

The average commute in Desha is 49 minutes, longer than the national average of 28 minutes. 100% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Desha?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Desha is 100% White. 89.4% of residents speak only English at home, while 10.6% speak Spanish. 2.2% of the population are military veterans. 17.0% of residents have a disability. 92.3% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Compare Desha with another city: