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Dierks, AR

Arkansas

Dierks is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 636. Residents earn $23,333 per year, which is 69% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
636 Population 331/sq mi density
$23,333 Median Income $22,692 per capita
$73,800 Home Value $140,335 Zillow
$623 Median Rent 37.5% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$23,333 median income, 6.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$73,800 home value, $623/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $23,333
69% lower than US avg
Home Value $73,800
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.7%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $623
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.4%
78% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 29.4%
137% higher than US avg

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

People

Population636
Median Age60.7 yrs
Density331/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans5.7%

Economy

D
Median Income$23,333
Per Capita$22,692
Unemployment6.4%
Poverty29.4%
County GDP$860M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$73,800
Rent$623
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$140,335
Housing Units476
Rent Burden37.5%

Health

Obesity38.4%
Uninsured12.5%
Smoking19.7%
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain55.0 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation442 ft (135 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.7%
High School+87.2%
Graduate+3.4%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 14%
Commute26 min
Broadband76.8%
Libraries1

Is Dierks a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dierks receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Dierks offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dierks is $23,333, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 29.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dierks is $73,800, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $623 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Dierks enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 55.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Dierks has a population of 636 with a density of 331 people per square mile. The median age is 60.7 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.5%), with 15.7% Hispanic, 2.5% Black.

Population

636
Total Population
331
People / sq mi
60.7yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Dierks vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dierks vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dierks is $23,333, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 29.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Dierks vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,333
69% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,692
Avg Weekly Wage$824
IRS Avg AGI$51,003

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.4%
78% above US avg
Poverty Rate29.4%
137% above US avg
Establishments (County)486
County GDP$860M

Business (County)

Restaurants40
Healthcare46
Retail69
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,628
53% below US avg
Cost of Living86.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Dierks is $73,800, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $623 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $140,335.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$73,800
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$140,335

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$623
46% below US avg
Rent Burden37.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.6%
Housing Units476
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,628
53% below US avg
Effective Rate2.21%
In Dierks, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.5% of residents lack health insurance. 19.7% are current smokers. 28.2% report depression. 33.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure37.9%
Asthma10.7%
COPD9.2%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.7%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity33.9%
Depression28.2%
Mental Distress21.4%
Physical Distress16.6%
Short Sleep41.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Uninsured12.5%
45% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,290
Dentists1:2,417
Mental Health1:926
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits49.6%
Premature Death13,275/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.4/10
Exercise Access62.5%
Healthcare Facilities46
Dierks has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.0 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.0 inches
45% above US avg
Snowfall2.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation442 ft (135 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²)
Population Density331/sq mi
Coordinates34.1200°N, 94.0173°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05113
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 19.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.5-point margin. 76.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.3%
D 13.8%

Winner: Republican by 70.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.7%
42% below US avg
High School+87.2%
Graduate Degree+3.4%
School Test Score4.91
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density331/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.8%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants40
Retail Stores69

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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