Diamond City, AR

Arkansas

Diamond City is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 831. Residents earn $42,083 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
831 Population 295/sq mi density
$42,083 Median Income $22,466 per capita
$96,100 Home Value $160,516 Zillow
$825 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$42,083 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$96,100 home value, $825/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,083
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $96,100
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.7%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $825
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

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

People

Population831
Median Age45.2 yrs
Density295/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

B+
Median Income$42,083
Per Capita$22,466
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty6.8%
County GDP$774M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$96,100
Rent$825
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$160,516

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Elevation798 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.7%
High School+83.8%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute31 min
Libraries1

Is Diamond City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Diamond City receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Diamond City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Diamond City is $42,083, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Diamond City is $96,100, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Diamond City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches, including 8.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Diamond City has a population of 831 with a density of 295 people per square mile. The median age is 45.2 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.7%), with 2% Hispanic, 1.4% Black.

Population

831
Total Population
295
People / sq mi
45.2yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Diamond City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Diamond City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Diamond City is $42,083, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Diamond City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,083
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,466
Avg Weekly Wage$793
IRS Avg AGI$52,740

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% below US avg
Establishments (County)310
County GDP$774M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare25
Retail37
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,275
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.3 min
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Diamond City is $96,100, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $160,516.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,100
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$160,516
Median List Price$293,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$293,900
$/Sq Ft$115
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio90.5%
Price Drops12.5%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$825
29% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,275
35% below US avg
Effective Rate2.37%
In Diamond City, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.4% report depression. 28.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Diamond City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.8%
27% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure34.6%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity28.7%
Depression27.4%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.2%
Checkup Rate76.2%
Premature Death11,365/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access30.8%
Healthcare Facilities25

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Diamond City has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.4 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall8.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation798 ft (243 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.3 km²)
Population Density295/sq mi
Coordinates36.4576°N, 92.9110°W
County FIPS05089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.4%
D 19.1%

Winner: Republican by 60.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.7%
68% below US avg
High School+83.8%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density295/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants30
Retail Stores37

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.3 min
Work from Home2.4%

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