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Drasco, AR

Arkansas

Drasco is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 236. Residents earn $97,708 per year, which is 30% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
236 Population 138/sq mi density
$97,708 Median Income $26,364 per capita
$81,800 Home Value $268,929 Zillow
60°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$97,708 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,800 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $97,708
30% higher than US avg
Home Value $81,800
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.5%
78% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.1%
83% lower than US avg

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

People

Population236
Median Age26.5 yrs
Density138/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$97,708
Per Capita$26,364
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.1%
County GDP$2,636M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$268,929
Housing Units114
Rent Burden29.0%

Health

Obesity38.6%
Uninsured11.3%
Smoking19.5%
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain53.4 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation990 ft (302 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.5%
High School+91.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute27 min
Broadband60.0%
Libraries1

Is Drasco a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Drasco receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Drasco offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Drasco is $97,708, 30% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Drasco is $81,800, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Drasco 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 53.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Drasco has a population of 236 with a density of 138 people per square mile. The median age is 26.5 years, 32% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

236
Total Population
138
People / sq mi
26.5yrs
Median Age
32% below US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.3%
Female 37.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Drasco vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.7%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.3%
23% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Drasco vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Drasco is $97,708, which is 30% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Drasco vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$97,708
30% above US avg
Per Capita Income$26,364
Avg Weekly Wage$935
IRS Avg AGI$60,486

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.1%
83% 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
Effective Tax Rate3.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.1 min
Drive Alone85.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Drasco is $81,800, 71% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $268,929.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,800
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$268,929

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.7%
Housing Units114
Median Year Built1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,581
26% below US avg
Effective Rate3.16%
In Drasco, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.3% of residents lack health insurance. 19.5% are current smokers. 28.5% report depression. 32.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure35.7%
Asthma11.0%
COPD9.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.5%
39% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity32.7%
Depression28.5%
Mental Distress21.8%
Physical Distress16.5%
Short Sleep38.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Uninsured11.3%
31% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.7%
Dental Visits50.6%
Premature Death11,068/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access48.4%
Healthcare Facilities107
Drasco has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.4 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average59.8°F
11% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.4 inches
40% above US avg
Snowfall2.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation990 ft (302 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²)
Population Density138/sq mi
Coordinates35.6338°N, 91.9418°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05063
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.5-point margin. 60.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.7%
D 19.2%

Winner: Republican by 59.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.5%
78% below US avg
High School+91.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density138/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities107
Restaurants74
Retail Stores152

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.1 min
Drive Alone85.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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