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Fisher, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

Fisher is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 156. Residents earn $38,000 per year, which is 49% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
156 Population 520/sq mi density
$38,000 Median Income $27,805 per capita
$54,500 Home Value
$500 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$38,000 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$54,500 home value, $500/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,000
49% lower than US avg
Home Value $54,500
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.5%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $500
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.5%
65% higher than US avg

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

People

Population156
Median Age51.7 yrs
Density520/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans4.1%

Economy

C+
Median Income$38,000
Per Capita$27,805
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty20.5%
County GDP$886M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$54,500
Rent$500
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units117
Rent Burden32.5%

Health

Obesity40.6%
Uninsured12.1%
Smoking21.1%
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.6 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation234 ft (71 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.5%
High School+81.4%
Graduate+5.4%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute26 min
Broadband80.0%
Libraries5

Is Fisher a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fisher receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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 an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Fisher offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fisher is $38,000, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. The poverty rate of 20.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fisher is $54,500, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $500 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

8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Fisher enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Fisher has a population of 156 with a density of 520 people per square mile. The median age is 51.7 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.2%), with 1.9% Hispanic, 2.6% Black.

Population

156
Total Population
520
People / sq mi
51.7yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.8%
Female 44.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Fisher vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Fisher vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fisher is $38,000, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Fisher vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,000
49% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,805
Avg Weekly Wage$962
IRS Avg AGI$52,570

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.5%
65% above US avg
Establishments (County)455
County GDP$886M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare37
Retail67
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,075
41% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Drive Alone91.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Fisher is $54,500, 81% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $500 (57% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$54,500
81% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$500
57% below US avg
Rent Burden32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.0%
Housing Units117
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,075
41% below US avg
Effective Rate3.81%
In Fisher, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.1% of residents lack health insurance. 21.1% are current smokers. 28.0% report depression. 35.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease7.8%
High Blood Pressure38.0%
Asthma10.4%
COPD9.6%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.1%
51% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity35.4%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress21.6%
Physical Distress16.8%
Short Sleep40.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Uninsured12.1%
41% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits46.2%
Premature Death16,532/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.7/10
Exercise Access42.8%
Healthcare Facilities37
Fisher has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.6 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average62.2°F
15% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.6 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall2.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation234 ft (71 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density520/sq mi
Coordinates35.4914°N, 90.9725°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05111
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.5-point margin. 80.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81%
D 17.5%

Winner: Republican by 63.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.5%
75% below US avg
High School+81.4%
Graduate Degree+5.4%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density520/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants41
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Drive Alone91.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.1%

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