Dierks, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · Polk County County
Dierks, AR
At a Glance
How Dierks Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Dierks's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Dierks a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Dierks residents earn a median household income of $23,333 , which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,692. The unemployment rate stands at 16.4% (356% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 29.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 486 business establishments, including 40 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Dierks is $73,800 , 74% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $139,883. Median rent is $623/month, with 37.5% 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.
Education
19.7% of adults in Dierks hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below the national average). 87.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Dierks has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.