Evening Shade, AR

Arkansas

Evening Shade is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 323. Residents earn $27,159 per year, which is 64% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
323 Population 193/sq mi density
$27,159 Median Income $20,400 per capita
$122,000 Home Value
$619 Median Rent 25.0% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$27,159 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$122,000 home value, $619/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,159
64% lower than US avg
Home Value $122,000
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.3%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $619
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.4%
24% higher than US avg

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

People

Population323
Median Age56.0 yrs
Density193/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

B
Median Income$27,159
Per Capita$20,400
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty15.4%
County GDP$580M
Commute24 min

Housing

A
Home Value$122,000
Rent$619
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden25.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.2%
Heart Disease8.0%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.5 in/yr
Elevation456 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.3%
High School+82.0%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute24 min
Libraries4

Is Evening Shade a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Evening Shade receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Evening Shade offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Evening Shade is $27,159, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. The poverty rate of 15.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Evening Shade is $122,000, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $619 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

15.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Evening Shade enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches, including 6.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Evening Shade has a population of 323 with a density of 193 people per square mile. The median age is 56.0 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.3%), with 5.6% Hispanic.

Population

323
Total Population
193
People / sq mi
56.0yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
1.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Evening Shade vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Evening Shade vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Evening Shade is $27,159, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Evening Shade vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,159
64% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,400
Avg Weekly Wage$740
IRS Avg AGI$46,979

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.4%
24% above US avg
Establishments (County)405
County GDP$580M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare47
Retail70
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,950
44% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.5 min
Work from Home9.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Evening Shade is $122,000, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $619 (47% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,000
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$619
47% below US avg
Rent Burden25.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,950
44% below US avg
Effective Rate1.60%
In Evening Shade, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.2% report depression. 38.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Evening Shade vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.8%
27% above US avg
Diabetes12.8%
Heart Disease8.0%
High Blood Pressure39.0%
Asthma11.3%
COPD11.0%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.8%
Physical Inactivity38.1%
Depression29.2%
Mental Distress22.8%
Physical Distress18.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.8%
Checkup Rate75.9%
Premature Death12,343/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.3/10
Exercise Access42.9%
Healthcare Facilities47

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Evening Shade has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.0°F
6% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.5 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall6.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation456 ft (139 m)
Area1.7 sq mi (4.3 km²)
Population Density193/sq mi
Coordinates36.0699°N, 91.6219°W
County FIPS05135
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 15.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.4%
D 17.7%

Winner: Republican by 62.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.3%
55% below US avg
High School+82.0%
School Test Score4.91
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density193/sq mi
Total Area1.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities47
Restaurants31
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.5 min
Work from Home9.3%

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