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El Dorado, AR

Arkansas · Union County

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.

Data updated April 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
17,382 Population 1,073/sq mi density
$45,159 Median Income $25,624 per capita
$113,100 Home Value $133,373 Zillow
$845 Median Rent 30.8% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
1,341 Violent Crime/100K 5,589 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$45,159 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$113,100 home value, $845/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
1,341 violent crimes/100K (253% above avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $45,159
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $113,100
60% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 1,341/100K
253% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.0%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $845
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.0%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.2%
63% higher than US avg

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

People

Population17,382
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density1,073/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 45%
Veterans9.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$45,159
Per Capita$25,624
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty20.2%
County GDP$3,375M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$113,100
Rent$845
Ownership58.5%
Zillow$133,373
Housing Units7,921
Rent Burden30.8%

Crime

F
Violent1,341/100K
Property5,589/100K
Murder16.8/100K
Assault1,106/100K
Burglary2,941/100K

Health

Obesity42.0%
Uninsured13.3%
Smoking19.0%
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain52.1 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation224 ft (68 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.0%
High School+86.8%
Graduate+7.8%
School Score4.75

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute16 min
Broadband80.6%
EV Stations4
Libraries6

Is El Dorado a Good Place to Live?

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, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. El Dorado has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

With 1,341 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 5,589 per 100,000, 185% above the national average.

Education

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 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

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. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

El Dorado has a population of 17,382 with a density of 1,073 people per square mile, spread across 16.3 square miles. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.6% female and 49.4% male. The city is predominantly Black (48.4%), with 45% White. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.9% of residents, while 5.1% speak Spanish. 9.2% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 16.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 92.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

17,382
Total Population
1,073
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
16.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

El Dorado vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.9%
21% above US avg
Spanish 5.1%
62% below US avg

Social Characteristics

El Dorado vs U.S. Average

The median household income in El Dorado is $45,159, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,624 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,186, 17% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.2% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,165 business establishments, including 76 restaurants. The cost of living index is 86.9, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 9.4% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: El Dorado vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,159
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,624
Avg Weekly Wage$1,186
IRS Avg AGI$68,803
Gini Index0.488 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.2%
63% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,165
County GDP$3,375M

Business (County)

Restaurants76
Healthcare119
Retail177
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,340
5% below US avg
Cost of Living86.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.6 min
Drive Alone81.6%
Public Transit0.1%
Work from Home9.4%

Walkability

The median home value in El Dorado is $113,100, 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $133,373, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 95.6% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $845 (27% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $751 for a one-bedroom to $944 for a two-bedroom apartment. 58.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 7,921 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1970. The average annual property tax is $3,340. 30.8% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$113,100
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$133,373
Median List Price$155,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$155,000
$/Sq Ft$97
Homes Sold12
Sale-to-List Ratio95.6%
Price Drops24.0%
Inventory50

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$845
27% below US avg
Rent Burden30.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership58.5%
Owner-Occupied58.5%
Renter-Occupied41.5%
Housing Units7,921
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,340
5% below US avg
Effective Rate2.95%
In El Dorado, 42.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 14.9% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.9% of residents, above the national average. 43.9% have high blood pressure. 19.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 13.0% report binge drinking. 37.8% are physically inactive, above the national average. 23.5% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.6% experience frequent mental distress. 13.3% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,597. The dentist ratio is 1:2,221. 50.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.4 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-27)

PM2.5
10.4
μg/m³
Fine particulate
PM10
11.5
μg/m³
Coarse particulate
NO₂
1.7
μg/m³
Nitrogen dioxide
O₃
81.0
μg/m³
Ozone
SO₂
0.5
μg/m³
Sulphur dioxide
CO
139.0
μg/m³
Carbon monoxide

Health Metrics: El Dorado vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.0%
31% above US avg
Diabetes14.9%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure43.9%
Asthma11.6%
COPD8.5%
Cancer5.9%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.0%
36% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.0%
Physical Inactivity37.8%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress16.3%
Short Sleep43.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.2%
Uninsured13.3%
55% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,597
Dentists1:2,221
Mental Health1:505
Checkup Rate79.6%
Dental Visits47.9%
Premature Death15,152/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access50.4%
Healthcare Facilities119
El Dorado has a violent crime rate of 1,341 per 100,000 residents, 253% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 1,105.5 per 100,000, robbery at 129.1, rape at 89.8. The murder rate is 16.8 per 100,000 (above the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 5,589 per 100,000, 185% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,419, burglary at 2,941, vehicle theft at 230 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 7 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, El Dorado receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: El Dorado vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent1,341.2/100K
253% above US avg
Murder16.8/100K
167% above US avg
Rape89.8/100K
Robbery129.1/100K
Assault1,105.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property5,589.2/100K
185% above US avg
Burglary2,940.5/100K
Theft2,418.6/100K
Vehicle Theft230.1/100K
Arson22.5/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
Traffic Accidents71
Avg Accident Severity2.6 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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El Dorado enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 304 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 224 feet.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.2°F
19% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation224 ft (68 m)
Area16.3 sq mi (42.1 km²)
Population Density1,073/sq mi
Coordinates33.2190°N, 92.6641°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyUnion County County
Nearest AirportSouth Arkansas Regional At Goodwin Field (ELD)
9 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.1"
37% above US avg
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.20"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.31"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

PM2.5 (Fine Particles)9.6 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score53.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability84.7 / 100
Community Resilience56.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Very High
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

25 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M3.5 on Jan 18, 2025.

Jan 27, 2024 4 km SSW of Hall Summit, Louisiana M3.6 135 km
Jan 18, 2025 0 km WSW of Mooringsport, Louisiana M3.5 136 km
Mar 16, 1997 6 km SSE of Amity, Arkansas M3.4 131 km
Apr 16, 2021 8 km WNW of Blanchard, Louisiana M3.2 141 km
Jun 10, 1994 4 km E of Junction City, Arkansas M3.2 23 km
Aug 4, 2001 16 km SW of Lake Hamilton, Arkansas M3.2 135 km
Jan 6, 2025 4 km ESE of Mooringsport, Louisiana M3.0 132 km
Apr 1, 2021 7 km W of Blanchard, Louisiana M3.0 141 km
May 16, 2007 5 km SW of Calion, Arkansas M3.0 12 km
Mar 3, 2001 2 km SSE of El Dorado, Arkansas M3.0 3 km
Jan 9, 2024 1 km S of Edgefield, Louisiana M2.8 146 km
Jan 11, 2024 6 km SSW of Hall Summit, Louisiana M2.8 137 km
Dec 17, 2001 3 km WSW of El Dorado, Arkansas M2.8 4 km
Jan 9, 1997 6 km E of El Dorado, Arkansas M2.8 6 km
Feb 24, 2020 12 km ENE of Junction City, Arkansas M2.8 18 km
May 11, 2020 13 km SSE of El Dorado, Arkansas M2.8 15 km
Apr 26, 2024 8 km SSE of Doyline, Louisiana M2.7 108 km
Jan 19, 2024 7 km SW of Hall Summit, Louisiana M2.7 138 km
Jan 19, 2024 5 km NNE of Edgefield, Louisiana M2.7 139 km
Apr 23, 2024 3 km N of Ringgold, Louisiana M2.7 112 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 2. Most recent: Laura (2020, Cat 2).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Laura Category 2 142 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

464 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 30 fatalities, 423 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Mar 1, 1997 EF4 98 km 6
Apr 1, 1983 EF4 87 km 2
Mar 28, 1975 EF4 63 km 7
Dec 19, 1957 EF4 56 km 2
Dec 13, 2022 EF3 53 km 0
Apr 12, 2020 EF3 85 km 0
Apr 12, 2020 EF3 95 km 0
Apr 25, 2019 EF3 79 km 2
Feb 24, 2007 EF3 23 km 0
Jan 12, 2005 EF3 23 km 2
Nov 24, 2001 EF3 87 km 3
May 4, 1999 EF3 52 km 0
Apr 3, 1999 EF3 48 km 0
Apr 3, 1999 EF3 79 km 0
Jan 21, 1999 EF3 78 km 0
Mar 1, 1997 EF3 98 km 0
May 27, 1996 EF3 92 km 0
Nov 3, 1992 EF3 95 km 0
Nov 9, 1984 EF3 73 km 0
Nov 19, 1983 EF3 43 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (4,134 ac, 2006).

Year Name Acres Distance
2006 UNNAMED 4,134 83 km
2022 CANEY C 11-14 2,323 43 km
2006 MOLLICY WARREN 2,175 70 km
2000 UNNAMED 2,042 53 km
2021 UNNAMED 1,756 79 km
1996 007 CORNEY LAKE BED 1,716 34 km
2014 UNNAMED 1,618 47 km
2018 C-25 26 27 1,565 77 km
2018 MIDDLEFORK UNIT 1,514 48 km
2012 LACEY 1,439 76 km
2010 DREW 1,283 98 km
2017 UNNAMED 1,199 78 km
2022 C-24 28 1,161 82 km
2006 SHALLOW LAKE ROAD WEST 2 H 1,146 46 km
2013 SINGLETON CREEK 1,124 56 km
2007 BOULDIN HOUSE N 3F 1,061 47 km
2006 UNNAMED 1,057 54 km
2012 ROSE HILL 1,002 84 km
2011 SHALLOW LAKE WEST 900 47 km
2006 UNNAMED 896 61 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 4.3 in Coldest
February 47°F (9°C) 4.4 in
March 55°F (13°C) 5.2 in Wettest
April 63°F (17°C) 4.5 in
May 71°F (22°C) 5.2 in
June 78°F (26°C) 3.9 in
July 82°F (28°C) 4.2 in Warmest
August 81°F (27°C) 3.3 in Driest
September 75°F (24°C) 4.0 in
October 64°F (18°C) 3.8 in
November 53°F (12°C) 4.4 in
December 46°F (8°C) 4.6 in

El Dorado has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 45°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 51.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.2") and August the driest (3.3").

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El Dorado is located in Union County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, a smaller urban community. 17.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 50% below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. 7.8% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 66% of the vote, a 33.5-point margin. 80.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 4 EV charging stations. There are 6 public libraries serving the community. 119 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 81.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66%
D 32.5%

Winner: Republican by 33.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
Traffic Accidents71
Avg Accident Severity2.6 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.0%
50% below US avg
High School+86.8%
Graduate Degree+7.8%
School Test Score4.75
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,073/sq mi
Total Area16.3 sq mi
CountyUnion County County

Services

Broadband Access80.6%
Avg Download Speed52.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed3.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities119
Restaurants76
Retail Stores177

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.6 min
Drive Alone81.6%
Public Transit0.1%
Work from Home9.4%
Average costs for common services in El Dorado. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $217 ($130–$348)
Specialist Visit $304 ($174–$478)
Urgent Care Visit $174 ($87–$304)
Emergency Room Visit $1,912 ($695–$4,345)
Dental Cleaning $113 ($65–$174)
Dental Filling $217 ($130–$348)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $39 ($22–$65)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $65 ($43–$104)
Brake Pad Replacement $261 ($130–$435)
Tire Rotation $35 ($17–$65)
New Tires (Set of 4) $521 ($348–$869)
Battery Replacement $174 ($87–$304)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $87 ($52–$130)
Electrician (Per Hour) $78 ($43–$122)
HVAC Repair $348 ($130–$695)
HVAC System Install $6,083 ($3,476–$10,428)
Roof Repair $869 ($348–$1,738)
Roof Replacement $7,821 ($4,780–$13,035)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,304 ($435–$3,042)
Divorce (Contested) $13,035 ($4,345–$26,070)
DUI Defense $4,345 ($1,738–$8,690)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,304 ($695–$2,607)
Will Preparation $435 ($174–$869)
Trust Preparation $2,173 ($869–$4,345)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13–$39)
Women's Haircut $48 ($26–$87)
Hair Coloring (Full) $130 ($65–$217)
Manicure $22 ($13–$39)
Pedicure $35 ($22–$56)
Massage (1 Hour) $70 ($43–$113)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.56 ($2.61–$4.78)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.04 ($2.17–$4.35)
Loaf of Bread $3.30 ($2.17–$4.78)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $3.91 ($2.61–$5.65)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.78 ($3.48–$6.52)
Rice (per lb) $0.87 ($0.52–$1.56)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $122 ($70–$217)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $61 ($26–$130)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $61 ($35–$104)
Internet (Monthly) $61 ($35–$87)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $56 ($26–$87)
Cable TV (Monthly) $74 ($43–$130)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $174 ($65–$435)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,738 ($1,043–$3,042)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $61 ($26–$113)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($6.95–$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $87 ($26–$217)
Driver's License Renewal $26 ($13–$65)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,043 ($521–$2,173)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $869 ($435–$1,738)
After-School Care (Monthly) $348 ($174–$608)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $43 ($22–$87)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $869 ($348–$2,173)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $10,863 ($4,345–$26,070)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $52 ($26–$87)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $87 ($43–$174)
Dog Grooming $52 ($26–$87)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $35 ($17–$65)
Dog Spay/Neuter $261 ($130–$435)
Cat Spay/Neuter $174 ($87–$348)
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Top Industries in Union County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 2,792 49 $83,301 2.07
Retail Trade 2,022 173 $32,103 1.23
Health Care & Social Assistance 1,992 219 $45,673 0.84
Construction 1,366 70 $73,285 1.58
Accommodation & Food Services 1,189 83 $18,603 0.79
Administrative & Waste Services 1,060 48 $68,062 1.09
Transportation & Warehousing 706 48 $73,984 1.01
Wholesale Trade 510 62 $72,117 0.79
Other Services 413 89 $38,349 0.83
Finance & Insurance 403 63 $59,933 0.60
Mining & Oil/Gas 227 44 $57,998 3.65
Arts & Entertainment 183 10 $22,417 0.66
Utilities 147 7 $132,768 2.35
Real Estate 144 30 $51,132 0.56
Agriculture & Forestry 103 23 $57,719 0.77
Information & Technology 55 6 $53,130 0.18
Educational Services 22 4 $21,186 0.06

Colleges & Universities in El Dorado

Institution Type Enrollment Acceptance In-State Tuition Out-of-State
South Arkansas College Public · Associate 1,733 — $3,540 $5,364
University of Aesthetics & Cosmetology Private For-Profit · Certificate 48 — — —

Hospitals in El Dorado

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
SOUTH ARKANSAS REGIONAL HOSPITAL LLC Acute Care Hospitals 2/5 Yes (870) 863-2000

Schools in El Dorado

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
EL DORADO HIGH SCHOOL High 1,303 102 12.8:1
BARTON JR. HIGH SCHOOL Middle 616 52 11.8:1
YOCUM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 596 38 15.7:1
WASHINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Middle 536 49 10.9:1
HUGH GOODWIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 525 27 19.4:1
PARKERS CHAPEL ELEM. SCHOOL Elementary 487 30 16.2:1
NORTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 475 28 17.0:1
PARKERS CHAPEL HIGH SCHOOL High 359 57 6.3:1
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Radio Stations near El Dorado

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

National Parks Near El Dorado

20 national parks and monuments found near El Dorado.

ParkTypeFee
Big Cypress State Park State Park Free
Cane Creek State Park State Park Free
Caney Creek Lake State Park State Park Free
Chemin A Haut State Park State Park Free
Huey P Long Border Marker Park State Park Free
James T. Jordan Municipal Park State Park Free
Jenkins Ferry State Park State Park Free
Lake Bistineau State Park State Park Free
Lake Claiborne State Park State Park Free
Linville Roadside Park State Park Free
Logoly State Park State Park Free
Marks' Mills State Park State Park Free
Mccloy Park State Park Free
Moro Bay State Park State Park Free
New Lake D'arbonne State Park State Park Free
Old Lake D'arbonne State Park State Park Free
Poison Springs State Park State Park Free
President William Jefferson Clinton Birthplace Home National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Vardie Parsons Park State Park Free
White Oak Lake State Park State Park Free

Museums in El Dorado

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
SOUTH ARKANSAS ARTS CENTERART MUSEUM8625474$1,417,396
ARKANSAS MUSEUM OF NATURAL RESOURCESGENERAL MUSEUM3853 SMACKOVER HWY8707252877
ARKANSAS NATURAL RESOURCES MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8707252877
SOUTH ARKANSAS ARBORETUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER8708628131
UNION COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION200 E 5TH
UNION COUNTY SPORTS HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM

Libraries in El Dorado

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BARTON LIBRARY200 EAST 5TH STREET0.070,412

Farmers Markets in El Dorado

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Farmers Market at MAD105 East Locust05/05/2018 to 10/26/2019Wed: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;

Hotels in El Dorado

8 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Candlewood Suites El Dorado
Comfort Inn & Suites El Dorado
Country Inn & Suites
Fairfield Inn & Suites El Dorado
Hampton Inn El Dorado
Holiday Inn Express & Suites El Dorado
La Quinta Inn El Dorado
The Haywood El Dorado, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Restaurants in El Dorado

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fernando's Mexican Grill

Cafes in El Dorado

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

PJ's Coffee

Cinemas in El Dorado

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Stars Cinema 6

Veterinaries in El Dorado

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Goodwin Animal Clinic

Gas Stations in El Dorado

8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Brookshire's Gas
Chevron
Citgo
Citgo
Exxon
Exxon
Mobil
T. Rick's

Banks in El Dorado

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bancorp South
First Financial Bank
Southern Bankcorp Bank

Golf Courses in El Dorado

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

El Dorado Golf & Country Club
Mystic Creek Golf Club

Nursing Homes in El Dorado

5 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
GRACE POINT, LLC
1700 EAST SHORT HILLSBORO
 For profit - Corporation 122 61 5/5 — 4/5 5/5 8708625124
HUDSON MEMORIAL NURSING HOME
700 N. COLLEGE AVENUE
 Government - County 108 87 5/5 — 4/5 5/5 8708638131
OAK RIDGE NURSING HOME
501 HUDSON ST
 For profit - Corporation 180 90 4/5 — 3/5 2/5 8708625511
TIMBERLANE HEALTH AND REHABILITATION
2002 TIMBERWOOD ROAD
 For profit - Corporation 106 85 4/5 — 4/5 4/5 8708638090
COURTYARD REHABILITATION AND HEALTH CENTER, LLC
2415 W HILLSBORO
 For profit - Corporation 101 76 3/5 — 3/5 5/5 8708635034

Pharmacies in El Dorado

9 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
BROOKSHIRE'S - 40 220 SOUTH WEST AVENUE 870-863-7996
BROOKSHIRE'S - 48 2202 NORTH WEST AVENUE 870-864-0107
FRED'S - 1530 440 SOUTH BRADLEY AVENUE 870-863-4157
LARRY'S REXALL PHARMACY 102 EAST ELM STREET 870-863-8111
MELVINS DISCOUNT PHARMACY 828 WEST HILLSBORO STREET 870-863-4155
MIDSOUTH PHARMACY 3215 NORTH WEST AVENUE 870-864-0730
USA DRUG EXPRESS 701 WEST GROVE STREET 870-881-8434
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 530 2730 NORTH WEST AVENUE 870-862-4866
WALGREENS - 10198 2135 NORTH WEST AVENUE 870-862-5458

EV Charging Stations in El Dorado

NameAddressNetworkLevel 2DC FastConnectorsAccess
El Dorado Conference Center311 S West AveNon-Networked6J1772public
Karol Malone Ford1730 W Hillsboro StNon-Networked1J1772public
Murphy Art District101 East Locust StNon-Networked6J1772public
Trotter Nissan1910 W HillsboroNon-Networked1J1772public

Cell Towers in El Dorado

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
SMACKOVER CELL SITETOWER126
434 CR 404 (70898)GTOWER112
STRONG CELL SITETOWER111
Rt 2 Box 59A (ARTESIAN CELL SITE)TOWER111
201 N. Madison (EL DORADO CELL SITE)TOWER100
909 Charles (70932)GTOWER78

Fire Stations in El Dorado

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Cairo Volunteer Fire Department8094 Lisbon RDVolunteer870-814-5864
El Dorado Fire Department204 N West AVECareer870-881-4855
Old Union Volunteer Fire Department5615 Moro Bay HWYVolunteer870-862-7610
Parkers Chapel Volunteer Fire Department2795 Haynesville HWYVolunteer870-864-0325

Power Plants Near El Dorado

NameTypePrimary FuelCapacity (MW)Status
UNION POWER STATIONNATURAL GAS FIRED COMBINED CYCLE221112-92.6OP

Bridges in El Dorado

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Tee BeamConcrete193598711,000P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel193615811,000F
CulvertConcrete19793110,000G
CulvertConcrete2007259,800F
CulvertConcrete1979409,400F
SlabConcrete19972108,629F
SlabConcrete19972108,629G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19911838,100G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20081127,721G
CulvertConcrete1930277,600G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20041727,600G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20131627,200G
CulvertConcrete1931277,200G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19792337,200G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20093236,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20101486,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20113236,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20111486,000G
Tee BeamConcrete20101405,800G
SlabConcrete19721405,800F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20171115,300G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19782165,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19782165,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20211015,000G
CulvertConcrete1954225,000G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19792064,860F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19792064,860G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19793284,700F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19791,1494,700F
SlabConcrete19541004,700F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19793284,700F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19791,1374,700F
CulvertConcrete2003224,700G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel20091574,000G
Tee BeamConcrete continuous19281964,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20061523,800G
SlabConcrete19541003,577F
SlabConcrete19781253,500F
SlabConcrete19781253,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19701733,100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel2023503,000G
CulvertConcrete1987222,445G
Channel BeamConcrete2001571,808G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19793341,800G
SlabConcrete19791401,700G
CulvertConcrete1979461,700F
CulvertConcrete1979391,700F
CulvertConcrete1979421,700G
Channel BeamConcrete2002381,635G
CulvertConcrete2006221,600G
CulvertConcrete2020351,500G
Channel BeamConcrete2004381,200G
Channel BeamConcrete2000931,200G
Channel BeamConcrete2005311,200G
Channel BeamConcrete1986761,200G
Channel BeamConcrete2014311,200G
Channel BeamConcrete2016621,200G
Channel BeamConcrete1975311,200G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19792471,100F
Channel BeamConcrete2003501,100G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19792501,081G
Channel BeamConcrete1999571,075G
Channel BeamConcrete1999621,075G
Channel BeamConcrete1999621,075G
Channel BeamConcrete1979381,075F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20102431,000G
CulvertSteel1998301,000G
Channel BeamConcrete197793777F
Channel BeamConcrete201493621G
Channel BeamConcrete1989217547F
Channel BeamConcrete2007124547G
Channel BeamConcrete199393547G
Channel BeamConcrete200693529G
CulvertConcrete198226410G
CulvertConcrete198222410G
Channel BeamConcrete1982143410G
Channel BeamConcrete200050410G
CulvertConcrete202220386G
Channel BeamConcrete200576380G
Channel BeamConcrete200175380G
Channel BeamConcrete201330320G
CulvertConcrete199432287G
Channel BeamConcrete200556287G
Channel BeamConcrete200262270G
Channel BeamConcrete200057270G
Channel BeamConcrete201831270G
Channel BeamConcrete201876270G
Channel BeamConcrete200862270G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1978236270G
Channel BeamConcrete200057270G
Channel BeamConcrete2018155170G
Channel BeamConcrete200250117G
Channel BeamConcrete20005090G
Channel BeamConcrete20004590G
Channel BeamConcrete20056272G
Channel BeamConcrete20023815G

Correctional Facilities in El Dorado

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
UNION COUNTY DETENTION CENTER250 AMERICAN RDCOUNTY109213OPEN

Superfund Sites Near El Dorado

8 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
COLUMBIAN CHEMICAL COMPANY713 INDUSTRIAL ROADUNION
COLUMBIAN CHEMICAL COMPANY713 INDUSTRIAL ROADUNION
COOPER-STANDARD AUTOMOTIVE166 COOPER DRIVEUNION
EL DORADO REFINERY1005 ROBERT E. LEE STREETUNION COUNTY
GEORGIA-PACIFIC SAWMILL5482 JUNCTION CITY HIGHWAY (167)UNION
ROSEBURG FOREST PRODUCTS CO. - EL DORADO MDF1165 DEL-TIN HIGHWAYUNION COUNTY
ROSEBURG FOREST PRODUCTS CO. - EL DORADO MDF1165 DEL-TIN HIGHWAYUNION COUNTY
UNION POWER STATION6434 CALION HIGHWAYUNION

Airports Near El Dorado

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Monroe Regional AirportMLUMedium Airport
South Arkansas Regional Airport at Goodwin FieldELDMedium Airport
Arcadia Bienville Parish Airport—Small Airport
Cuba Farm Airport—Small Airport
El Dorado Downtown Airport-Stevens Field—Small Airport
Fordyce Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Gurdon Lowe Field—Small Airport
Hampton Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Harrell FieldCDHSmall Airport
Homer Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Huenefeld Airport—Small Airport
Kizer Field—Small Airport
Magnolia Municipal Airport / Ralph C Weiser FieldAGOSmall Airport
Minden Airport—Small Airport
Ruston Regional AirportRSNSmall Airport
Sharp Field—Small Airport
Springhill Airport—Small Airport
Stephens Ouachita County Airport—Small Airport
Union Parish Airport—Small Airport
Warren Municipal Airport—Small Airport

Police Stations in El Dorado

4 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Calion Police Department
El Dorado Police Department402 North West Avenue
Norphlet Police Department
Smackover Police Department

Grocery Stores in El Dorado

20 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
A RainbowConvenience Store1010 S Washington Ave
BROOKSHIRE FOOD STORE 40Supermarket220 S West Ave
BROOKSHIRE FOOD STORE 48Supermarket2202 N West Ave
Cooks SeafoodSpecialty Store1031 E Hillsboro St
Dollar General 11579Other1523 E Main St
Dollar General 17231Other3071 Haynesville Hwy
Dollar General 22817Other5475 Junction City Hwy
Dollar General 23992Other3697 E Main St
Dollar General 25471Other1202 N College Ave
Dollar General 25604Other3870 W Hillsboro St
DOLLAR GENERAL 2797Other840 W Hillsboro St
DOLLAR GENERAL 745Other2207 N West Ave
Dollar Tree 2738Other1911 N West Ave
E-Z Mart 4241Convenience Store400 W Hillsboro St
Mac's Fresh Market 9Supermarket511 N West Ave
Murphy Usa 7520Convenience Store2720 N West Ave
Rainbow Food Mart 1Convenience Store1124 Mount Holly Rd
Sal's PlaceConvenience Store1411 E Main St
Walgreens 10198Other2135 N West Ave
Walmart 530Super Store2730 N WEST AVE

Post Offices in El Dorado

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
El Dorado Post Office

Treatment Centers in El Dorado

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Guinn ClinicSubstance Abuse870-639-9322
South Arkansas Regional Health CenterBoth870-862-7921

DOL Wage Violations in El Dorado

33 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $269,426 in back wages owed to 428 employees.

33
Violations
$269,426
Back Wages Owed
428
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Diversified Services — — 71730 — 1 $66,350 $4,739 14
Mac's General Contractors — — 71730 — 1 $41,358 $899 46
Noahs Ark Christian Daycare — — 71730 — 1 $24,746 $1,031 24
EL DORADO CHEMICAL COMPANY [OSHA] — LSB Industries 71730 All Other Basic Organic Chemical Manufacturing 1 $20,930 $3,488 6
Good Times Grill — — 71730 — 2 $18,613 $274 68
Eppinette's Kennel & Ranch Supply — — 71730 — 2 $16,499 $4,125 4
Byrd Marine & Cycles — — 71730 — 1 $11,269 $751 15
Complete Home Care — — 71730 — 1 $10,280 $1,713 6
Bayou Bistro — — 71730 — 2 $9,589 $291 33
Main Street Pizza — — 71730 — 1 $7,159 $421 17
Razorback Maintenance, Inc. — — 71730 — 1 $6,717 $134 50
Hudson Apartments — — 71730 — 2 $5,937 $1,187 5
T Rick's — — 71730 — 1 $4,713 $314 15
First Assembly Preschool — — 71730 — 1 $3,633 $242 15
Huddle House - El Dorado — — 71730 — 1 $2,853 $124 23
T-Models Pit Stop — — 71730 — 1 $2,777 $252 11
Hillsboro Manor Life Care Center — — 71730 — 1 $2,586 $2,586 1
Early Childhood Center — — 71730 — 1 $2,072 $2,072 1
Kiddie Kastle CDC LLC — — 71730 — 1 $1,768 $354 5
Tommy Guinn Construction — — 71730 — 1 $1,418 $284 5
Candlewood Suites - El Dorado — — 71730 — 1 $1,228 $1,228 1
Foster Cable Services, Inc. — — 71730 — 1 $1,218 $1,218 1
Hugg & Hall Equipment Company — Hugg and Hall Equipment Company 71730 — 1 $1,161 $106 11
A-1 Key and Lock of Arkansas, Inc. — — 71730 — 1 $972 $972 1
Sims Wrecker Service — — 71730 — 1 $824 $824 1
First United Methodist Kindergarten — — 71730 — 1 $802 $50 16
Genesis Child Care Learning Center — — 71730 — 1 $504 $101 5
Jet Asphalt & Rock Co. Inc. — — 71730 — 1 $486 $27 18
East Main Kindergarten — — 71730 — 1 $375 $125 3
First Baptist Child Learning Center — — 71730 — 1 $355 $89 4
Home Medical & Diabetic Supply — — 71730 — 1 $114 $114 1
Papa Poblano's Mexican Restaurant, El Dorado — — 71731 — 1 $90 $90 1
Hampton Inn - El Dorado — Hilton Worldwide 71730 — 1 $33 $33 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in El Dorado

48 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
ACTS 1 COLON 8 MINISTRIES149 KELLY LN
AMBASSADORS FOR CHRIST WORSHIP CENTER INC808 E MAIN ST
APOSTOLIC CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST INTERNATIONAL INC2564 SMACKOVER HWY
BEACON CHURCH MINISTRIES INC806 W WESSON ST
BETHEL CHAPEL1492 PARKERS CHAPEL RD
BREAK THROUGH CHRISTIAN OUTREACHPO BOX 11839
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS440 W MAIN ST
CATHOLIC DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAS934 BROOKWOOD DR
CHRISTIAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCHPO BOX 10175
CHRISTIAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH1001 NORTHWEST AVENUE
CME TEMPLE CHRISTIAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH636 LIBERTY ST
DOUGLAS CHAPEL MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 604
EAST FAULKNER CHURCH OF CHRIST930 E FAULKNER ST
EGGER MINISTRIES504 E 14TH ST
EL DORADO CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE2400 JAMES BLVD
EVERGREEN BAPTIST CHURCHPO BOX 11043
FAITH ASSEMBLY OF GODPO BOX 339
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD2225 W HILLSBORO ST
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH620 CORDELL AVE
FIRST BAPTIST OF EL DORADO FOUNDATION INC200 W MAIN ST
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCHPO BOX 267
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH OF EL DORADO ARKANSAS ENDOWMENT FUNDPO BOX 267
FIRST CHURCH OF GOD918 N MOSBY AVE
FIRST UNITED METHODIST KINDERGARTEN OF EL DORADO INC201 S HILL AVE
GALILEE INTERDENOMINATION CHURCH805 E ELM ST
GOSHEN OUTREACH MINISTRIES1227 W HILLSBORO ST
GREEN GROVE ASSEMBLY OF GOD146 SANDYRIDGE LN
HOME FELLOWSHIPPO BOX 10399
HOUSE EL DORADO INC616 NOLIA AVE
INTERNATIONAL CHURCH OF THE FOUR SQUARE GOSPEL3104 MORGAN LN
JIM BOLDING MINISTRIES734 DUMAS CITY RD
LIBERTY CHURCHPO BOX 11840
MARRABLE HILL CHAPEL110 CHAPEL AVE
MAVERICK COWBOY CHURCH204 MOUNT UNION CUTOFF
NEW GRACE FELLOWSHIP OF JESUSCHRIST1400 TRINITY ST
NEW LIFE DELIVERANCE AND WORSHIP CENTER8389 JUNCTION CITY HWY
NEW OLIVE BRANCH BAPTIST CHURCH1548 N ROSELAWN AVE
OUR SAVIOR LUTHERAN CHURCH900 W FAULKNER ST
PARENTS UNITED AGAINST YOUTH VIOLENCE1229 W HILLSBORO ST
PARKERS CHAPEL EDUCATION FOUNDATION581 PARKER DR
RECOVERY IN CHRIST MINISTRIES INC800 E 9TH ST
SWAMP ANGEL MINISTRIES INC2116 PARKWOOD DR
UNITED CAMBODIAN ASSOCIATION601 ROYAL OAK DR
UNITED MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH1201 E HILLSBORO ST
VICTORY BIBLE CHURCH INC903 STRONG HWY
WARM HEARTS MINISTRY INC2316 RIDGEWOOD DR
WESTSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH2400 W HILLSBORO ST
WILLIAMS MINISTRY INC2532 PARNELL RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About El Dorado

What is the population of El Dorado?

El Dorado has a population of 17,382 residents and is located in Arkansas. The population density is 1,073 people per square mile, spread across 16.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.6% female and 49.4% male.

Is El Dorado expensive to live in?

El Dorado is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 86.9 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $45,159, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $113,100 (60% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $845 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is El Dorado safe?

Public safety is a concern in El Dorado, with a violent crime rate of 1,341 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,589 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, El Dorado receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in El Dorado?

El Dorado enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in El Dorado?

El Dorado has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,186. There are 1,165 business establishments in the area, including 76 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 16 minutes, and 9.4% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in El Dorado?

The median home value in El Dorado is $113,100. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $133,373. For renters, the median monthly rent is $845. Fair market rent is $751 for a 1-bedroom and $944 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 58.5%. The average annual property tax is $3,340.

How are the schools in El Dorado?

Schools in El Dorado have an average test score of 4.7 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 17.0% of adults in El Dorado hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.8% have completed high school. 7.8% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is El Dorado?

The obesity rate in El Dorado is 42.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 19.0% of adults are smokers. 37.8% are physically inactive. 23.5% of residents report depression. 13.3% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 50.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,597.

What is transportation like in El Dorado?

The average commute in El Dorado is 16 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 81.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.4% work from home.

What are the demographics of El Dorado?

The racial and ethnic makeup of El Dorado is 45% White, 48.4% Black or African American, 0.8% Hispanic or Latino. 94.9% of residents speak only English at home, while 5.1% speak Spanish. 9.2% of the population are military veterans. 16.2% of residents have a disability. 92.2% have health insurance coverage.

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