Fouke, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

Fouke is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 685. Residents earn $38,594 per year, which is 49% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
685 Population 504/sq mi density
$38,594 Median Income $17,858 per capita
$79,400 Home Value $193,439 Zillow
$747 Median Rent 28.0% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$38,594 median income, 6.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$79,400 home value, $747/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,594
49% lower than US avg
Home Value $79,400
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.7%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $747
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.0%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
67% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.4%
24% higher than US avg

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

People

Population685
Median Age24.8 yrs
Density504/mi²
Male / Female45% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans7.5%

Economy

C+
Median Income$38,594
Per Capita$17,858
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty15.4%
County GDP$1,834M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$79,400
Rent$747
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$193,439
Housing Units330
Rent Burden28.0%

Health

Obesity35.0%
Uninsured11.4%
Smoking19.8%
Depression28.7%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain53.0 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation316 ft (96 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.7%
High School+80.8%
Graduate+1.4%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute21 min
Broadband75.6%

Is Fouke a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fouke receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Fouke offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fouke is $38,594, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 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 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fouke is $79,400, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $747 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.

Education

10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Fouke enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Fouke has a population of 685 with a density of 504 people per square mile. The median age is 24.8 years, 36% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.8%), with 10.8% Hispanic, 3.4% Black.

Population

685
Total Population
504
People / sq mi
24.8yrs
Median Age
36% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.5%
Female 55.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Fouke vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Fouke vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fouke is $38,594, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Fouke vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,594
49% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,858
Avg Weekly Wage$973
IRS Avg AGI$60,793

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above US avg
Poverty Rate15.4%
24% above US avg
Establishments (County)908
County GDP$1,834M

Business (County)

Restaurants77
Healthcare85
Retail114
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,159
10% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.2 min
Drive Alone75.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fouke is $79,400, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $747 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $193,439.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,400
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$193,439

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$87
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$747
36% below US avg
Rent Burden28.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.4%
Housing Units330
Median Year Built1981

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,159
10% below US avg
Effective Rate3.98%
In Fouke, 35.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.4% of residents lack health insurance. 19.8% are current smokers. 28.7% report depression. 34.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.0%
9% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure37.2%
Asthma11.3%
COPD9.2%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.8%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity34.3%
Depression28.7%
Mental Distress22.2%
Physical Distress16.5%
Short Sleep38.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.6%
Uninsured11.4%
33% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits53.4%
Premature Death13,872/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.0/10
Exercise Access61.3%
Healthcare Facilities85
Fouke has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.0 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.8°F
18% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.0 inches
39% above US avg
Snowfall1.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation316 ft (96 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density504/sq mi
Coordinates33.2622°N, 93.8852°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05091
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 10.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.1-point margin. 75.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.9%
D 23.9%

Winner: Republican by 51.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.7%
68% below US avg
High School+80.8%
Graduate Degree+1.4%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density504/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.6%
Healthcare Facilities85
Restaurants77
Retail Stores114

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.2 min
Drive Alone75.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

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