Enola, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

Enola is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 530. Residents earn $53,529 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
530 Population 195/sq mi density
$53,529 Median Income $22,507 per capita
$165,400 Home Value $261,775 Zillow
$596 Median Rent 29.6% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$53,529 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$165,400 home value, $596/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,529
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $165,400
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.3%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $596
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.9%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.8%
11% higher than US avg

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

People

Population530
Median Age29.7 yrs
Density195/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans11.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,529
Per Capita$22,507
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty13.8%
County GDP$5,737M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$165,400
Rent$596
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$261,775
Housing Units253
Rent Burden29.6%

Health

Obesity40.9%
Uninsured10.3%
Smoking16.9%
Depression29.2%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.5 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation326 ft (99 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.3%
High School+92.4%
Graduate+9.5%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute33 min
Broadband94.8%
Libraries6

Is Enola a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Enola receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Enola offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Enola is $53,529, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. 13.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Enola is $165,400, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $596 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Enola enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Enola has a population of 530 with a density of 195 people per square mile. The median age is 29.7 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

530
Total Population
195
People / sq mi
29.7yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Enola vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Enola vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Enola is $53,529, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Enola vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,529
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,507
Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$71,436

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.8%
11% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,252
County GDP$5,737M

Business (County)

Restaurants274
Healthcare383
Retail415
Manufacturing94

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,865
18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.3 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Enola is $165,400, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $596 (49% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $261,775.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$165,400
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$261,775

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$125
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio94.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$596
49% below US avg
Rent Burden29.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.6%
Housing Units253
Median Year Built1995

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,865
18% below US avg
Effective Rate1.73%
In Enola, 40.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.3% of residents lack health insurance. 16.9% are current smokers. 29.2% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.9%
27% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure35.1%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.8%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.9%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity29.0%
Depression29.2%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress15.0%
Short Sleep39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Uninsured10.3%
20% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits52.6%
Premature Death9,026/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access64.6%
Healthcare Facilities383
Enola has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.5 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average59.8°F
11% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.5 inches
33% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation326 ft (99 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²)
Population Density195/sq mi
Coordinates35.1959°N, 92.2066°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05045
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.3-point margin. 94.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 32.6%

Winner: Republican by 32.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.3%
49% below US avg
High School+92.4%
Graduate Degree+9.5%
School Test Score4.91
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density195/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.8%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities383
Restaurants274
Retail Stores415

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.3 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.6%

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