Median Income
$81,250
8% higher than US avg
Home Value
$101,400
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
28.7%
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment
10.9%
203% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
12.1%
2% lower than US avg
How Fordyce Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population234
Median Age31.6 yrs
Density1,560/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Economy
B
Median Income$81,250
Per Capita$29,768
Unemployment10.9%
Poverty12.1%
County GDP$562M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$101,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$347,598
Health
Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.5%
Heart Disease5.2%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain29.3 in/yr
Elevation1,367 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+28.7%
High School+97.7%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 84% / D 14%
Commute28 min
Broadband81.0%
Libraries3
Is Fordyce a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Fordyce receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Fordyce offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Fordyce is $81,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 10.9%, unemployment is notably high. 12.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Fordyce is $101,400, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
28.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Fordyce experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 29.3 inches, including 38.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Fordyce has a population of 234 with a density of 1,560 people per square mile. The median age is 31.6 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%), with 2.6% Hispanic.
Population
31.6yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.6% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.4% |
| 82% below US avg |
The median household income in Fordyce is $81,250, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $81,250 |
| 8% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,768 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $857 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $77,007 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 10.9% |
| 203% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.1% |
| 2% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 342 |
| County GDP | $562M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 17 |
| Healthcare | 18 |
| Retail | 52 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,860 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.82% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.3 min |
| Work from Home | 3.8% |
The median home value in Fordyce is $101,400, 64% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $347,598.
Home Values
| Census Median | $101,400 |
| 64% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $347,598 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,860 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.82% |
In Fordyce, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.5% report depression. 23.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Fordyce vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.5% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.8% |
| Asthma | 9.2% |
| COPD | 5.4% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.3% |
| Depression | 17.5% |
| Mental Distress | 15.1% |
| Physical Distress | 10.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 71.5% |
| Premature Death | 5,345/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 53.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 18 |
Crime Rates: Fordyce vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Fordyce has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 29.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
20°F Jan (-7°C)
74°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 48.1°F |
| 11% below US avg |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 29.3 inches |
| 23% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 38.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,367 ft (417 m) |
| Area | 0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,560/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.6982°N, 97.3626°W |
| County FIPS | 31027 |