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Egypt, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

Egypt is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 64. Residents earn $29,583 per year, which is 61% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
64 Population 188/sq mi density
$29,583 Median Income $22,827 per capita
$83,900 Home Value
59°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$29,583 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,900 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $29,583
61% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,900
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.7%
50% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.2%
47% higher than US avg

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

People

Population64
Median Age55.0 yrs
Density188/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans56.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$29,583
Per Capita$22,827
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty18.2%
County GDP$7,259M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units47
Rent Burden29.9%

Health

Obesity38.8%
Uninsured13.4%
Smoking18.0%
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain52.0 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation251 ft (77 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.7%
High School+75.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute24 min
Broadband28.0%
Libraries4

Is Egypt a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Egypt receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Egypt offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Egypt is $29,583, 61% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 18.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Egypt is $83,900, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Egypt enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 36°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 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Egypt has a population of 64 with a density of 188 people per square mile. The median age is 55.0 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%), with 3.1% Hispanic.

Population

64
Total Population
188
People / sq mi
55.0yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Egypt vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Egypt vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Egypt is $29,583, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Egypt vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,583
61% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,827
Avg Weekly Wage$994
IRS Avg AGI$72,055

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.2%
47% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,006
County GDP$7,259M

Business (County)

Restaurants267
Healthcare386
Retail441
Manufacturing90

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,983
15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Egypt is $83,900, 70% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,900
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.1%
Housing Units47
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,983
15% below US avg
Effective Rate3.56%
In Egypt, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.4% of residents lack health insurance. 18.0% are current smokers. 26.6% report depression. 31.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure38.0%
Asthma10.0%
COPD8.3%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity31.7%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress15.6%
Short Sleep39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Uninsured13.4%
56% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.6%
Dental Visits54.2%
Premature Death10,320/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access58.2%
Healthcare Facilities386
Egypt has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.0 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average58.9°F
9% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.0 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall3.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation251 ft (77 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density188/sq mi
Coordinates35.8678°N, 90.9458°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05031
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 16.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.4-point margin. 28.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.5%
D 30.1%

Winner: Republican by 37.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.7%
50% below US avg
High School+75.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.91
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density188/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access28.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities386
Restaurants267
Retail Stores441

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Drive Alone77.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.2%

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