Emerson, AR

Arkansas

Emerson is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 224. Residents earn $73,036 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
224 Population 226/sq mi density
$73,036 Median Income $22,500 per capita
$121,600 Home Value
$775 Median Rent 40.0% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$73,036 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$121,600 home value, $775/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,036
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $121,600
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.2%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.4%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.7%
123% higher than US avg

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

People

Population224
Median Age29.6 yrs
Density226/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 71%
Veterans1.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$73,036
Per Capita$22,500
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty27.7%
County GDP$1,306M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$121,600
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units133
Rent Burden40.0%

Health

Obesity36.4%
Uninsured10.1%
Smoking15.8%
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain56.3 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation309 ft (94 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.2%
High School+95.0%
Graduate+3.2%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute20 min
Broadband63.0%
Libraries2

Is Emerson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Emerson receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Emerson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Emerson is $73,036, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 27.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Emerson is $121,600, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Emerson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 56.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Emerson has a population of 224 with a density of 226 people per square mile. The median age is 29.6 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.5%), with 12.5% Hispanic, 9.4% Black.

Population

224
Total Population
226
People / sq mi
29.6yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Emerson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Emerson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Emerson is $73,036, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 27.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Emerson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,036
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,500
Avg Weekly Wage$946
IRS Avg AGI$59,810

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate27.7%
123% above US avg
Establishments (County)622
County GDP$1,306M

Business (County)

Restaurants44
Healthcare64
Retail98
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,383
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.5 min
Drive Alone91.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Emerson is $121,600, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$121,600
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below US avg
Rent Burden40.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.1%
Housing Units133
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,383
32% below US avg
Effective Rate1.96%
In Emerson, 36.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.1% of residents lack health insurance. 15.8% are current smokers. 23.9% report depression. 30.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.4%
13% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure38.6%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.9%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.8%
13% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity30.4%
Depression23.9%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress14.1%
Short Sleep41.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.9%
Uninsured10.1%
17% above US avg
Checkup Rate78.4%
Dental Visits52.1%
Premature Death13,622/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access52.0%
Healthcare Facilities64
Emerson has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.3 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.6°F
16% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.3 inches
48% above US avg
Snowfall1.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation309 ft (94 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density226/sq mi
Coordinates33.0973°N, 93.1960°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.5-point margin. 63.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.6%
D 31.1%

Winner: Republican by 36.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.2%
40% below US avg
High School+95.0%
Graduate Degree+3.2%
School Test Score4.91
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density226/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access63.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities64
Restaurants44
Retail Stores98

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.5 min
Drive Alone91.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.0%

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