Arkansas
El Dorado is a small city in Arkansas with a population of 17,382. Residents earn $45,159 per year, which is 40% below the national average.
Based on current data, El Dorado receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. El Dorado has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in El Dorado is $45,159, 40% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 20.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in El Dorado is $113,100, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $845 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 959 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,734 per 100,000, 142% above the national average.
17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
El Dorado enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 94.9% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 5.1% |
| 62% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $45,159 |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,624 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,186 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,803 |
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 20.2% |
| 63% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,165 |
| County GDP | $3,375M |
| Restaurants | 76 |
| Healthcare | 119 |
| Retail | 177 |
| Manufacturing | 42 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,340 |
| 5% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.95% |
| Commute Time | 15.6 min |
| Work from Home | 9.4% |
| Census Median | $113,100 |
| 60% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $133,373 |
| Median List Price | $155,000 |
| Median List Price | $155,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $97 |
| Homes Sold | 12 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.6% |
| Price Drops | 24.0% |
| Inventory | 50 |
| Census Median Rent | $845 |
| 27% below US avg |
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
| Owner-Occupied | 58.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,340 |
| 5% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.95% |
| Obesity | 42.0% |
| 31% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 14.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 43.9% |
| Asthma | 11.6% |
| COPD | 8.5% |
| Stroke | 4.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 37.8% |
| Depression | 23.5% |
| Mental Distress | 20.6% |
| Physical Distress | 16.3% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.2% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.6% |
| Premature Death | 15,152/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 50.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 119 |
| Total Violent | 958.8/100K |
| 152% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 32.5/100K |
| Robbery | 135.4/100K |
| Assault | 790.9/100K |
| Total Property | 4,734.3/100K |
| 142% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,825.5/100K |
| Theft | 2,616.3/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 292.5/100K |
| Arson | 21.7/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 64.2°F |
| 19% above US avg | |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 52.1 inches |
| 37% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 224 ft (68 m) |
| Area | 16.2 sq mi (42.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,073/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.2190°N, 92.6641°W |
| County FIPS | 05139 |
Winner: Republican by 33.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 17.0% |
| 50% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 86.8% |
| School Test Score | 4.91 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 1,073/sq mi |
| Total Area | 16.2 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 4 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 5 |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 119 |
| Restaurants | 76 |
| Retail Stores | 177 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Avg Commute | 15.6 min |
| Work from Home | 9.4% |