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Fordyce, AR

Arkansas · Cleveland County

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.

Data updated April 2026

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
3,320 Population 493/sq mi density
$43,056 Median Income $23,587 per capita
$92,500 Home Value $111,002 Zillow
$642 Median Rent 25.6% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
1,122 Violent Crime/100K 5,688 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$43,056 median income, 7.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,500 home value, $642/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
1,122 violent crimes/100K (195% above avg)
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.1% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $43,056
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,500
67% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 1,122/100K
195% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.1%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $642
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.8%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.1%
97% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.3%
1% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,320
Median Age37.7 yrs
Density493/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 32%
Veterans7.1%

Economy

C+
Median Income$43,056
Per Capita$23,587
Unemployment7.1%
Poverty12.3%
County GDP$235M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,500
Rent$642
Ownership60.0%
Zillow$111,002
Housing Units1,613
Rent Burden25.6%

Crime

F
Violent1,122/100K
Property5,688/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault801/100K
Burglary1,682/100K

Health

Obesity43.8%
Uninsured12.1%
Smoking17.2%
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain57.6 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation265 ft (81 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.1%
High School+88.9%
Graduate+4.3%
School Score5.03

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute18 min
Broadband74.9%
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Fordyce a Good Place to Live?

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, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, a high uninsured rate. Fordyce has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Safety & Crime

With 1,122 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 5,688 per 100,000, 190% above the national average.

Education

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 5/10.

Climate & Weather

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. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Fordyce has a population of 3,320 with a density of 493 people per square mile, spread across 6.7 square miles. The median age is 37.7 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 54.4% female and 45.6% male. The city is predominantly Black (63.6%), with 32% White, 1.3% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 98.4% of residents. 7.1% of the population are veterans. 27.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 95.6% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,320
Total Population
493
People / sq mi
37.7yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
6.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.6%
Female 54.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Fordyce vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish 1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fordyce vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fordyce is $43,056, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,587 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $859, 40% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 127 business establishments, including 3 restaurants. The cost of living index is 86.9, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Fordyce vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,056
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,587
Avg Weekly Wage$859
IRS Avg AGI$60,284
Gini Index0.451 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.1%
97% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.3%
1% below US avg
Establishments (County)127
County GDP$235M

Business (County)

Restaurants3
Healthcare5
Retail21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,389
60% below US avg
Cost of Living86.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.3 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fordyce is $92,500, 67% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $111,002, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $642 (45% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $751 for a one-bedroom to $944 for a two-bedroom apartment. 60.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,613 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1976. The average annual property tax is $1,389 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 25.6% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,500
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$111,002

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$642
45% below US avg
Rent Burden25.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership60.0%
Owner-Occupied60.0%
Renter-Occupied40.0%
Housing Units1,613
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,389
60% below US avg
Effective Rate1.50%
In Fordyce, 43.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.5% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.1% of residents. 43.2% have high blood pressure. 17.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 13.7% report binge drinking. 36.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 22.6% report depression. 20.4% experience frequent mental distress. 12.1% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). 1.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.9 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.8%
36% above US avg
Diabetes13.5%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure43.2%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.2%
Cancer5.7%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.2%
23% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.7%
Physical Inactivity36.2%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress15.1%
Short Sleep47.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Uninsured12.1%
41% above US avg
Checkup Rate79.2%
Dental Visits48.0%
Premature Death13,720/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access1.4%
Healthcare Facilities5
Fordyce has a violent crime rate of 1,122 per 100,000 residents, 195% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 801.1 per 100,000, robbery at 160.2, rape at 160.2. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 5,688 per 100,000, 190% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 3,685, burglary at 1,682, vehicle theft at 320 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 5 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Fordyce receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent1,121.5/100K
195% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape160.2/100K
Robbery160.2/100K
Assault801.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property5,687.6/100K
190% above US avg
Burglary1,682.2/100K
Theft3,684.9/100K
Vehicle Theft320.4/100K
Arson53.4/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
Traffic Accidents44
Avg Accident Severity2.7 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Fordyce enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 304 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 57.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 265 feet.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.7°F
14% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation265 ft (81 m)
Area6.7 sq mi (17.4 km²)
Population Density493/sq mi
Coordinates33.8182°N, 92.4170°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyCleveland County County
Nearest AirportPinebluff Regional/Grider Field (PBF)
37 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.6"
52% above US avg
Snowfall 1.2"
Wettest Month (Mar) 5.28"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.19"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score9.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability90.1 / 100
Community Resilience8.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Very Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Very Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Very Low
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

19 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.4. Most recent: M2.8 on May 11, 2020.

Mar 16, 1997 6 km SSE of Amity, Arkansas M3.4 103 km
Aug 4, 2001 16 km SW of Lake Hamilton, Arkansas M3.2 95 km
Jun 10, 1994 4 km E of Junction City, Arkansas M3.2 93 km
Aug 11, 1996 9 km WSW of Shaw, Mississippi M3.1 145 km
Mar 3, 2001 2 km SSE of El Dorado, Arkansas M3.0 73 km
May 16, 2007 5 km SW of Calion, Arkansas M3.0 60 km
Jul 28, 1990 18 km W of Mountain Pine, Arkansas M2.9 124 km
Dec 17, 2001 3 km WSW of El Dorado, Arkansas M2.8 74 km
Jan 9, 1997 6 km E of El Dorado, Arkansas M2.8 71 km
Feb 24, 2020 12 km ENE of Junction City, Arkansas M2.8 85 km
May 11, 2020 13 km SSE of El Dorado, Arkansas M2.8 82 km
May 4, 2001 4 km S of Enola, Arkansas M2.7 150 km
Dec 24, 1997 7 km W of El Dorado, Arkansas M2.6 75 km
Nov 11, 1998 22 km NW of Hot Springs Village, Arkansas M2.6 130 km
Sep 22, 2001 17 km SSE of Plainview, Arkansas M2.6 137 km
Oct 18, 2009 9 km SE of Redfield, Arkansas M2.6 70 km
Jan 12, 2017 9 km E of Leola, Arkansas M2.6 41 km
Aug 4, 1991 10 km SW of Mountain Pine, Arkansas M2.5 107 km
Oct 20, 1999 8 km NE of Clarendon, Arkansas M2.5 149 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Laura (2020, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Laura Category 2 212 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

450 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 64 fatalities, 937 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Mar 1, 1997 EF4 79 km 10
Mar 1, 1997 EF4 89 km 5
Mar 1, 1997 EF4 85 km 6
Mar 1, 1997 EF4 65 km 0
Mar 28, 1975 EF4 41 km 7
Apr 3, 1968 EF4 54 km 5
Dec 19, 1957 EF4 93 km 2
Feb 24, 2007 EF3 93 km 0
Feb 24, 2007 EF3 62 km 0
Jan 12, 2005 EF3 93 km 2
Feb 24, 2001 EF3 93 km 0
May 4, 1999 EF3 98 km 0
Jan 21, 1999 EF3 60 km 0
Jan 21, 1999 EF3 81 km 3
Jan 21, 1999 EF3 23 km 0
May 27, 1996 EF3 50 km 0
May 27, 1996 EF3 88 km 0
Nov 9, 1984 EF3 69 km 0
May 14, 1983 EF3 53 km 0
Dec 3, 1982 EF3 46 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (4,134 ac, 2006).

Year Name Acres Distance
2006 UNNAMED 4,134 94 km
2006 UNNAMED 2,066 51 km
2000 UNNAMED 2,042 64 km
2012 LACEY 1,439 62 km
2010 DREW 1,283 83 km
2006 SHALLOW LAKE ROAD WEST 2 H 1,146 80 km
2013 SINGLETON CREEK 1,124 56 km
2007 BOULDIN HOUSE N 3F 1,061 83 km
2006 UNNAMED 1,057 79 km
2012 ROSE HILL 1,002 68 km
2011 SHALLOW LAKE WEST 900 80 km
2006 UNNAMED 896 76 km
2000 SHALLOW LAKE W 892 80 km
1986 UNNAMED 889 81 km
1987 UNNAMED 839 82 km
2010 EAST CAMDEN 837 33 km
1989 SHALLOW LAKE 820 81 km
1996 RIDGE ROAD 804 81 km
2006 PINE ISLAND 757 81 km
2014 ARFSR-FY14-RX-JONES LAKE 752 73 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 42°F (5°C) 4.0 in Coldest
February 46°F (8°C) 4.4 in
March 54°F (12°C) 5.3 in Wettest
April 62°F (17°C) 4.5 in
May 70°F (21°C) 5.0 in
June 77°F (25°C) 3.9 in
July 81°F (27°C) 4.3 in Warmest
August 80°F (27°C) 3.2 in Driest
September 74°F (23°C) 3.9 in
October 63°F (17°C) 4.2 in
November 52°F (11°C) 5.0 in
December 44°F (7°C) 5.2 in

Fordyce has a seasonal temperature swing of 39°F / from 42°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 52.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.3") and August the driest (3.2").

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Fordyce is located in Cleveland County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 8.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 76% below the national average of 33.7%. 88.9% have completed high school. 4.3% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 83.1% of the vote, a 67.6-point margin. 74.9% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 5 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 83.9% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.1%
D 15.5%

Winner: Republican by 67.6 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
Traffic Accidents44
Avg Accident Severity2.7 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.1%
76% below US avg
High School+88.9%
Graduate Degree+4.3%
School Test Score5.03
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density493/sq mi
Total Area6.7 sq mi
CountyCleveland County County

Services

Broadband Access74.9%
Avg Download Speed34.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed16.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed150 Mbps
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants3
Retail Stores21

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.3 min
Drive Alone83.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%
Average costs for common services in Fordyce. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $217 ($130–$348)
Specialist Visit $304 ($174–$478)
Urgent Care Visit $174 ($87–$304)
Emergency Room Visit $1,912 ($695–$4,345)
Dental Cleaning $113 ($65–$174)
Dental Filling $217 ($130–$348)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $39 ($22–$65)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $65 ($43–$104)
Brake Pad Replacement $261 ($130–$435)
Tire Rotation $35 ($17–$65)
New Tires (Set of 4) $521 ($348–$869)
Battery Replacement $174 ($87–$304)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $87 ($52–$130)
Electrician (Per Hour) $78 ($43–$122)
HVAC Repair $348 ($130–$695)
HVAC System Install $6,083 ($3,476–$10,428)
Roof Repair $869 ($348–$1,738)
Roof Replacement $7,821 ($4,780–$13,035)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,304 ($435–$3,042)
Divorce (Contested) $13,035 ($4,345–$26,070)
DUI Defense $4,345 ($1,738–$8,690)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,304 ($695–$2,607)
Will Preparation $435 ($174–$869)
Trust Preparation $2,173 ($869–$4,345)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13–$39)
Women's Haircut $48 ($26–$87)
Hair Coloring (Full) $130 ($65–$217)
Manicure $22 ($13–$39)
Pedicure $35 ($22–$56)
Massage (1 Hour) $70 ($43–$113)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.56 ($2.61–$4.78)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.04 ($2.17–$4.35)
Loaf of Bread $3.30 ($2.17–$4.78)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $3.91 ($2.61–$5.65)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.78 ($3.48–$6.52)
Rice (per lb) $0.87 ($0.52–$1.56)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $122 ($70–$217)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $61 ($26–$130)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $61 ($35–$104)
Internet (Monthly) $61 ($35–$87)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $56 ($26–$87)
Cable TV (Monthly) $74 ($43–$130)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $174 ($65–$435)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,738 ($1,043–$3,042)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $61 ($26–$113)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($6.95–$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $87 ($26–$217)
Driver's License Renewal $26 ($13–$65)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,043 ($521–$2,173)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $869 ($435–$1,738)
After-School Care (Monthly) $348 ($174–$608)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $43 ($22–$87)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $869 ($348–$2,173)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $10,863 ($4,345–$26,070)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $52 ($26–$87)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $87 ($43–$174)
Dog Grooming $52 ($26–$87)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $35 ($17–$65)
Dog Spay/Neuter $261 ($130–$435)
Cat Spay/Neuter $174 ($87–$348)
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Top Industries in Cleveland County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 263 30 $44,088 1.76
Retail Trade 57 17 $22,682 0.55
Transportation & Warehousing 40 5 $45,481 0.90
Other Services 14 8 $42,176 0.44

Hospitals in Fordyce

Hospital Type CMS Rating Emergency Phone
DALLAS COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER Critical Access Hospitals Yes (870) 352-6300

Schools in Fordyce

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
FORDYCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Elementary 371 26 14.3:1
FORDYCE HIGH SCHOOL High 361 31 11.6:1
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Radio Stations near Fordyce

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near Fordyce

1 campgrounds found near Fordyce.

NameRatingSitesPrice
STE MARIE PARK 2 $75

National Parks Near Fordyce

19 national parks and monuments found near Fordyce.

ParkTypeFee
Cane Creek State Park State Park Free
Chemin A Haut State Park State Park Free
De Gray State Park State Park Free
Hot Springs National Park National Park Free
Huey P Long Border Marker Park State Park Free
James T. Jordan Municipal Park State Park Free
Jenkins Ferry State Park State Park Free
Lake Catherine State Park State Park Free
Lake Ouachita State Park State Park Free
Linville Roadside Park State Park Free
Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Logoly State Park State Park Free
Marks' Mills State Park State Park Free
Mccloy Park State Park Free
Moro Bay State Park State Park Free
Poison Springs State Park State Park Free
Toltec Mounds Archeological State Park State Park Free
Wayside Park State Park Free
White Oak Lake State Park State Park Free

Museums in Fordyce

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
DALLAS COUNTY MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM221 N MAIN ST8703525262$64,758

Farmers Markets in Fordyce

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Rison Farmers Market201 Main Street05/26/2016 to 08/25/2016Thu: 4:00 PM-6:00 PM;

Hotels in Fordyce

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Days Inn by Wyndham Fordyce

Restaurants in Fordyce

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Roundtable Resturant

Gas Stations in Fordyce

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bypass Self Service
Exxon
Exxon
Gulf
Mobil

Banks in Fordyce

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fordyce Bank & Trust

Gyms in Fordyce

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anytime Fitness

Nursing Homes in Fordyce

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
ST JOHNS PLACE OF ARKANSAS, LLC
1400 HWY 79/167 BYPASS
For profit - Corporation 126 70 4/5 4/5 4/5 8703522104

Pharmacies in Fordyce

3 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
THE PRESCRIPTION STORE HEALTH MART PHARMACY 1115 WEST 4TH STREET 870-352-8631
WAL-MART - 339 1123 UNITED STATES HIGHWAY 79 167 BYPASS 870-352-8034
WATSON PHARMACY 908 WEST 4TH STREET 870-352-2161

Cell Towers in Fordyce

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
HAMPTON CELL SITETOWER111
334 Highway 79 North (70941)GTOWER98
Paul Bear Bryant Site 160 Bryant SpurTOWER93
FROM INTERSEC OF HWY 9 AND HWY 8 GO EAST .5MI TO SITETOWER91
223 QUACHITA CR (70916)GTOWER84
975 FERRIS MOUNTAIN RD. (70877)LTOWER81
241 Adams Road (70907)GTOWER81
(Fordyce site) 1403 MORO STREETTOWER76

Fire Stations in Fordyce

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Cooterneck Volunteer Fire Department2921 N Highway 167Volunteer870-352-3254
Fordyce Fire Department101 S Main STVolunteer870-352-7273
Temperance Hill Volunteer Fire Department425 Dallas 121Volunteer870-352-7894

Bridges in Fordyce

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete1965258,200F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19651708,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19751708,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19492476,094P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20111125,400G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20111125,400G
CulvertConcrete1928223,700F
CulvertConcrete1974222,200F
Channel BeamConcrete1966381,258F
CulvertConcrete1970261,200G
Channel BeamConcrete1966381,200F
SlabConcrete197675800G
SlabConcrete197184700F
SlabConcrete1962100390F
CulvertConcrete198226360G
CulvertConcrete198227360G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1995144290G

Correctional Facilities in Fordyce

NameAddressTypePopulationCapacityStatus
DALLAS COUNTY JAIL106 S CHARLOTTE STREETCOUNTY-999-999OPEN

Superfund Sites Near Fordyce

4 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
ANTHONY TIMBERLANDS INC111 SOUTH PLUM STREETOUACHITA
GEORGIA-PACIFIC WOOD PRODUCTS LLC FORDYCE OSB#1 GEORGIA-PACIFIC DRIVECALHOUN
GEORGIA-PACIFIC WOOD PRODUCTS LLC FORDYCE OSB#1 GEORGIA-PACIFIC DRIVECALHOUN
GEORGIA-PACIFIC WOOD PRODUCTS LLC FORDYCE OSB#1 GEORGIA-PACIFIC DRIVECALHOUN

Airports Near Fordyce

44 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Memorial Field AirportHOTMedium Airport
Monticello Municipal Ellis FieldMedium Airport
Pine Bluff Regional Airport, Grider FieldPBFMedium Airport
South Arkansas Regional Airport at Goodwin FieldELDMedium Airport
Allen Brothers Farm AirportSmall Airport
Bredlow Farm AirportSmall Airport
Chatham AirportSmall Airport
County Line Flying Services AirportSmall Airport
Coy AirportSmall Airport
Dexter B Florence Memorial FieldSmall Airport
El Dorado Downtown Airport-Stevens FieldSmall Airport
England Flying Service AirportSmall Airport
Farm Brothers Flying Service Atkins Lake AirportSmall Airport
Farm Brothers Flying Service Cornerstone AirportSmall Airport
Farm Brothers Flying Service Grady AirportSmall Airport
Fordyce Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Freedom FieldSmall Airport
Frizzell AirportSmall Airport
Gillespie StripSmall Airport
Grady AirportSmall Airport
Hampton Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Harrell FieldCDHSmall Airport
Hartley Flying Service AirportSmall Airport
Heard AirportSmall Airport
Heird Hill Farm AirportSmall Airport
Henderson AirportSmall Airport
Henderson AirportSmall Airport
Hickory RidgeSmall Airport
Hiller Ultralight FlightparkSmall Airport
Katheryn's Landing AirportSmall Airport
Malvern Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Maynard AirportSmall Airport
Pointer AirportSmall Airport
Sheridan Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Smith's International AirportSmall Airport
Star City Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Stephens Ouachita County AirportSmall Airport
Tango 7 AirportSmall Airport
Tar Bottom AirportSmall Airport
Tommy's Flying Service Inc AirportSmall Airport
Triple B Farms AirportSmall Airport
Walls AirportSmall Airport
Warren Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Z M Jack Stell FieldCRTSmall Airport

Police Stations in Fordyce

6 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Bearden Police Department
Cleveland County Sheriff's Office
Dallas County Sheriff's Office
Fordyce Police Department
Kingsland Police Department
Rison Police Department

Grocery Stores in Fordyce

4 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
DOLLAR GENERAL 0623Other906 W 4th St
Family Dollar 1048Other1007 W 4th St
Mad Butcher 574Supermarket920 W 4th St
Walmart 339Super Store1123 HIGHWAY 79 167 BYP

Treatment Centers in Fordyce

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Millcreek Behavioral HealthMental Health870-352-8203

DOL Wage Violations in Fordyce

7 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $22,466 in back wages owed to 82 employees.

7
Violations
$22,466
Back Wages Owed
82
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Bailey's Valero 71742 1 $9,377 $1,172 8
Central Ambulance Medical Services 71742 1 $4,943 $989 5
Bailey's Superstore, Inc. 71742 1 $3,612 $77 47
Dollar General Dollar General Corporation 71742 1 $3,444 $3,444 1
Valero Bailey's #2 Valero Energy 71742 1 $752 $63 12
Kids R Us Childcare & Learning Center 71742 1 $271 $54 5
McDonald's #36404 McDonalds Corporation 71742 2 $67 $17 4

Churches & Religious Organizations in Fordyce

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
FORDYCE ASSEMBLY OF GODPO BOX 538
NEW HORIZON CHURCH AND ITS MINISTRIES INCPO BOX 724
NO OTHER WAY MINISTRY-HOUSE OF PRAYER2002 PARKWOOD LN
TRINITY OF GOD S UNIVERSAL CHURCH704 HOLT ST
WORD LIVES CHURCH OF GOD IN CHRIST INC100 HOLLYWOOD ST

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Historic Markers
1
Officially designated historical markers from the Historical Marker Database
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Mines
1
Active and inactive mining sites tracked by the Mine Safety and Health Administration
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fordyce

What is the population of Fordyce?

Fordyce has a population of 3,320 residents and is located in Arkansas. The population density is 493 people per square mile, spread across 6.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.7 years. The population is 54.4% female and 45.6% male.

Is Fordyce expensive to live in?

Fordyce is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 86.9 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $43,056, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $92,500 (67% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $642 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Fordyce safe?

Public safety is a concern in Fordyce, with a violent crime rate of 1,122 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 5,688 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Fordyce receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Fordyce?

Fordyce enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 42°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 57.6 inches, with 1.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Fordyce?

The unemployment rate in Fordyce is 7.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $859. There are 127 business establishments in the area, including 3 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 18 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Fordyce?

The median home value in Fordyce is $92,500. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $111,002. For renters, the median monthly rent is $642. Fair market rent is $751 for a 1-bedroom and $944 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 60.0%. The average annual property tax is $1,389.

How are the schools in Fordyce?

Schools in Fordyce score 5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 8.1% of adults in Fordyce hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.9% have completed high school. 4.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Fordyce?

The obesity rate in Fordyce is 43.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.2% of adults are smokers. 36.2% are physically inactive. 22.6% of residents report depression. 12.1% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 1.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities.

What is transportation like in Fordyce?

The average commute in Fordyce is 18 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 83.9% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Fordyce?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Fordyce is 32% White, 63.6% Black or African American, 1.3% Hispanic or Latino. 98.4% of residents speak only English at home. 7.1% of the population are military veterans. 27.6% of residents have a disability. 95.6% have health insurance coverage.

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