Arkansas
Fordyce is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 3,320. Residents earn $43,056 per year, which is 43% below the national average.
Based on current data, Fordyce receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Fordyce has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Fordyce is $43,056, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Fordyce is $92,500, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $642 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 956 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,135 per 100,000, 111% above the national average.
8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Fordyce 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 57.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 98.4% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.6% |
| 88% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $43,056 |
| 43% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $23,587 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $859 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,284 |
| Unemployment | 7.1% |
| 97% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 12.3% |
| 1% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 127 |
| County GDP | $235M |
| Restaurants | 3 |
| Healthcare | 5 |
| Retail | 21 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,389 |
| 60% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.50% |
| Commute Time | 18.3 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $92,500 |
| 67% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $111,002 |
| Census Median Rent | $642 |
| 45% below US avg |
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
| Owner-Occupied | 60.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,389 |
| 60% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.50% |
| Obesity | 43.8% |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 43.2% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 4.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 13.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 36.2% |
| Depression | 22.6% |
| Mental Distress | 20.4% |
| Physical Distress | 15.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 95.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 79.2% |
| Premature Death | 13,720/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 1.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 5 |
| Total Violent | 956.0/100K |
| 152% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 47.8/100K |
| Robbery | 95.6/100K |
| Assault | 812.6/100K |
| Total Property | 4,134.8/100K |
| 111% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,529.6/100K |
| Theft | 2,485.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 119.5/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 61.7°F |
| 14% above US avg | |
| January Average | 42°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 57.6 inches |
| 52% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 1.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 265 ft (81 m) |
| Area | 6.7 sq mi (17.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 493/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.8182°N, 92.4170°W |
| County FIPS | 05025 |
Winner: Republican by 67.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 8.1% |
| 76% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.9% |
| School Test Score | 4.91 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 493/sq mi |
| Total Area | 6.7 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 5 |
| Restaurants | 3 |
| Retail Stores | 21 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Avg Commute | 18.3 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |