Emmet, AR

Arkansas

Emmet is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 441. Residents earn $58,750 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
441 Population 306/sq mi density
$58,750 Median Income $45,031 per capita
$66,900 Home Value
$525 Median Rent 26.0% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$58,750 median income, 9.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$66,900 home value, $525/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,750
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $66,900
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.0%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $525
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.0%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.4%
161% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.5%
41% higher than US avg

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

People

Population441
Median Age48.1 yrs
Density306/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans19.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$58,750
Per Capita$45,031
Unemployment9.4%
Poverty17.5%
County GDP$318M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$66,900
Rent$525
Ownership78.0%
Rent Burden26.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain56.6 in/yr
Elevation303 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.0%
High School+82.6%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute21 min
Broadband88.0%
Libraries2

Is Emmet a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Emmet receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Emmet offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Emmet is $58,750, 22% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.4%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 17.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Emmet is $66,900, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $525 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Emmet enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Emmet has a population of 441 with a density of 306 people per square mile. The median age is 48.1 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.6%), with 1.1% Hispanic, 20.2% Black.

Population

441
Total Population
306
People / sq mi
48.1yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.4%
Female 45.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Emmet vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Emmet vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Emmet is $58,750, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Emmet vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,750
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$45,031
Avg Weekly Wage$937
IRS Avg AGI$45,124

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.4%
161% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.5%
41% above US avg
Establishments (County)188
County GDP$318M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare13
Retail22
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,900
46% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.1 min
Drive Alone96.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Emmet is $66,900, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $525 (55% below US avg). 78.0% of homes are owner-occupied.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$66,900
76% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$525
55% below US avg
Rent Burden26.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership78.0%
Owner-Occupied78.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,900
46% below US avg
Effective Rate2.84%
In Emmet, 42.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.2% report depression. 36.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.0%
31% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure41.3%
Asthma10.8%
COPD9.0%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity36.7%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress21.6%
Physical Distress16.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death13,042/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment3.9/10
Exercise Access47.9%
Healthcare Facilities13

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Emmet has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.9°F
15% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.6 inches
49% above US avg
Snowfall2.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation303 ft (92 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density306/sq mi
Coordinates33.7225°N, 93.4662°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 14.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.9%
D 29.2%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.0%
58% below US avg
High School+82.6%
School Test Score4.91
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density306/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants9
Retail Stores22

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.1 min
Drive Alone96.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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