Fountain Lake, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

Fountain Lake is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 651. Residents earn $57,885 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
651 Population 149/sq mi density
$57,885 Median Income $23,459 per capita
$160,200 Home Value
$963 Median Rent 50.0% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$57,885 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$160,200 home value, $963/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,885
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $160,200
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.8%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $963
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.8%
44% higher than US avg

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

People

Population651
Median Age42.1 yrs
Density149/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans8.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,885
Per Capita$23,459
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty17.8%
County GDP$4,029M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$160,200
Rent$963
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units270
Rent Burden50.0%

Health

Obesity37.1%
Uninsured9.4%
Smoking15.5%
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain58.4 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation524 ft (160 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.8%
High School+90.1%
Graduate+1.6%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute22 min
Broadband77.7%
Libraries2

Is Fountain Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fountain Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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, below-average incomes. Fountain Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fountain Lake is $57,885, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. The poverty rate of 17.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fountain Lake is $160,200, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $963 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Fountain Lake enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 58.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Fountain Lake has a population of 651 with a density of 149 people per square mile. The median age is 42.1 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%), with 4.3% Hispanic.

Population

651
Total Population
149
People / sq mi
42.1yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
4.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

Fountain Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fountain Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fountain Lake is $57,885, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Fountain Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,885
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,459
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$74,788

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.8%
44% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,457
County GDP$4,029M

Business (County)

Restaurants189
Healthcare320
Retail321
Manufacturing75

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,834
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Drive Alone65.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Fountain Lake is $160,200, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $963 (17% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$160,200
43% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$963
17% below US avg
Rent Burden50.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.2%
Housing Units270
Median Year Built1985

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,834
19% below US avg
Effective Rate1.77%
In Fountain Lake, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.4% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 26.4% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Fountain Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure36.1%
Asthma10.1%
COPD7.0%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity25.7%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Uninsured9.4%
9% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits58.0%
Premature Death9,602/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access51.5%
Healthcare Facilities320
Fountain Lake has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.4 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average59.9°F
11% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.4 inches
54% above US avg
Snowfall2.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation524 ft (160 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.3 km²)
Population Density149/sq mi
Coordinates34.6098°N, 92.9198°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05125
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.2-point margin. 77.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69%
D 28.8%

Winner: Republican by 40.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.8%
80% below US avg
High School+90.1%
Graduate Degree+1.6%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density149/sq mi
Total Area4.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.7%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities320
Restaurants189
Retail Stores321

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Drive Alone65.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home22.6%

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