Edmondson, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

Edmondson is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 311. Residents earn $31,375 per year, which is 58% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
311 Population 104/sq mi density
$31,375 Median Income $21,246 per capita
$177,800 Home Value
$683 Median Rent 42.4% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.1 / 5.0
$31,375 median income, 5.1% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$177,800 home value, $683/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,375
58% lower than US avg
Home Value $177,800
37% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.8%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $683
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 52.1%
62% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.7%
115% higher than US avg

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

People

Population311
Median Age35.9 yrs
Density104/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 29%
Veterans3.3%

Economy

C
Median Income$31,375
Per Capita$21,246
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty26.7%
County GDP$2,345M
Commute25 min

Housing

B
Home Value$177,800
Rent$683
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units138
Rent Burden42.4%

Health

Obesity52.1%
Uninsured16.1%
Smoking24.2%
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease8.6%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.4 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation205 ft (62 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.8%
High School+81.5%
Graduate+1.6%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
Commute25 min
Broadband83.5%
Libraries8

Is Edmondson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Edmondson receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Edmondson has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Edmondson is $31,375, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 26.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Edmondson is $177,800, 37% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $683 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.7x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Edmondson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Edmondson has a population of 311 with a density of 104 people per square mile. The median age is 35.9 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (65.9%), with 28.9% White.

Population

311
Total Population
104
People / sq mi
35.9yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.3%
Female 62.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Edmondson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Edmondson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Edmondson is $31,375, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 26.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Edmondson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,375
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,246
Avg Weekly Wage$919
IRS Avg AGI$53,959

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate26.7%
115% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,096
County GDP$2,345M

Business (County)

Restaurants113
Healthcare126
Retail145
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,342
33% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.1 min
Drive Alone78.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Edmondson is $177,800, 37% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $683 (41% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$177,800
37% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$683
41% below US avg
Rent Burden42.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied46.3%
Housing Units138
Median Year Built1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,342
33% below US avg
Effective Rate1.32%
In Edmondson, 52.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.1% of residents lack health insurance. 24.2% are current smokers. 23.5% report depression. 45.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity52.1%
62% above US avg
Diabetes18.8%
Heart Disease8.6%
High Blood Pressure51.0%
Asthma12.3%
COPD10.8%
Cancer5.1%
Stroke5.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking24.2%
73% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.7%
Physical Inactivity45.5%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress22.7%
Physical Distress19.0%
Short Sleep46.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.4%
Uninsured16.1%
87% above US avg
Checkup Rate80.7%
Dental Visits39.6%
Premature Death17,011/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access78.8%
Healthcare Facilities126
Edmondson has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.4 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average62.6°F
16% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.4 inches
33% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation205 ft (62 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²)
Population Density104/sq mi
Coordinates35.1050°N, 90.3055°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05035
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.3-point margin. 83.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.9%
D 50.2%

Winner: Democrat by 2.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.8%
71% below US avg
High School+81.5%
Graduate Degree+1.6%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density104/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.5%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities126
Restaurants113
Retail Stores145

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.1 min
Drive Alone78.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.8%

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