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Elaine, AR

Arkansas

Elaine is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 515. Residents earn $39,226 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
515 Population 1,010/sq mi density
$39,226 Median Income $23,010 per capita
$55,800 Home Value $60,914 Zillow
$320 Median Rent 17.3% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.5 / 5.0
$39,226 median income, 23.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$55,800 home value, $320/mo rent
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,226
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $55,800
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.1%
97% lower than US avg
Median Rent $320
72% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 48.7%
52% higher than US avg
Unemployment 23.4%
550% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.7%
115% higher than US avg

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

People

Population515
Median Age41.4 yrs
Density1,010/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 28%
Veterans3.3%

Economy

D
Median Income$39,226
Per Capita$23,010
Unemployment23.4%
Poverty26.7%
County GDP$678M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$55,800
Rent$320
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$60,914
Housing Units268
Rent Burden17.3%

Health

Obesity48.7%
Uninsured14.4%
Smoking21.3%
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain55.9 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation167 ft (51 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.1%
High School+71.0%
Graduate+1.0%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 42% / D 56%
Commute15 min
Broadband66.8%
Libraries4

Is Elaine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elaine 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. Elaine has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elaine is $39,226, 48% below the national average of $75,149. At 23.4%, unemployment is notably high. 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 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Elaine is $55,800, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $320 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

1.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Elaine enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 55.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Elaine has a population of 515 with a density of 1,010 people per square mile. The median age is 41.4 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (69.1%), with 28.2% White, 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

515
Total Population
1,010
People / sq mi
41.4yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.2%
Female 45.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Elaine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Elaine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elaine is $39,226, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 23.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 26.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Elaine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,226
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,010
Avg Weekly Wage$800
IRS Avg AGI$42,908

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment23.4%
550% above US avg
Poverty Rate26.7%
115% above US avg
Establishments (County)579
County GDP$678M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare53
Retail55
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,008
43% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.5 min
Drive Alone81.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Elaine is $55,800, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $320 (72% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $60,914.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$55,800
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$60,914

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$320
72% below US avg
Rent Burden17.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied49.8%
Housing Units268
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,008
43% below US avg
Effective Rate3.60%
In Elaine, 48.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.4% of residents lack health insurance. 21.3% are current smokers. 23.6% report depression. 41.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity48.7%
52% above US avg
Diabetes17.0%
Heart Disease7.8%
High Blood Pressure49.0%
Asthma12.6%
COPD9.4%
Cancer5.3%
Stroke5.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.3%
52% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.9%
Physical Inactivity41.8%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress22.5%
Physical Distress17.8%
Short Sleep50.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.7%
Uninsured14.4%
67% above US avg
Checkup Rate81.0%
Dental Visits39.2%
Premature Death20,041/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.6/10
Exercise Access41.9%
Healthcare Facilities53
Elaine has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.9 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) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.4°F
16% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.9 inches
47% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density1,010/sq mi
Coordinates34.3086°N, 90.8533°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05107
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 1.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (97% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 13.3-point margin. 66.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 42.5%
D 55.8%

Winner: Democrat by 13.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.1%
97% below US avg
High School+71.0%
Graduate Degree+1.0%
School Test Score4.91
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,010/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access66.8%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants22
Retail Stores55

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.5 min
Drive Alone81.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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