DeWitt, AR
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DeWitt, AR
At a Glance
How DeWitt Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows DeWitt's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is DeWitt a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
DeWitt residents earn a median household income of $48,221 , which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,535. The unemployment rate stands at 11.3% (214% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 626 business establishments, including 47 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in DeWitt is $85,800 , 70% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $121,443. Median rent is $792/month, with 30.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 86.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1972.
Safety & Crime
DeWitt reports 457 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 20% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,125/100K.
Education
9.5% of adults in DeWitt hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below the national average). 85.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
DeWitt has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.9 inches.