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Fredonia (Biscoe), AR

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Fredonia (Biscoe) is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 197. Residents earn $38,125 per year, which is 49% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
197 Population 205/sq mi density
$38,125 Median Income $24,942 per capita
$64,300 Home Value
62°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$38,125 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$64,300 home value
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,125
49% lower than US avg
Home Value $64,300
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.3%
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.1%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.9%
28% lower than US avg

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

People

Population197
Median Age33.4 yrs
Density205/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 76%
Veterans6.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$38,125
Per Capita$24,942
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty8.9%
County GDP$267M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$64,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units108
Rent Burden44.6%

Health

Obesity44.1%
Uninsured12.6%
Smoking19.9%
Depression24.1%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain55.1 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation191 ft (58 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.3%
High School+91.3%
Graduate+7.0%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 16%
Commute39 min
Broadband73.0%
Libraries3

Is Fredonia (Biscoe) a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fredonia (Biscoe) receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Fredonia (Biscoe) offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fredonia (Biscoe) is $38,125, 49% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fredonia (Biscoe) is $64,300, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Fredonia (Biscoe) enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 55.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Fredonia (Biscoe) has a population of 197 with a density of 205 people per square mile. The median age is 33.4 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.6%), with 5.1% Hispanic, 19.3% Black.

Population

197
Total Population
205
People / sq mi
33.4yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.6%
Female 60.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Fredonia (Biscoe) vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Fredonia (Biscoe) vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fredonia (Biscoe) is $38,125, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Fredonia (Biscoe) vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,125
49% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,942
Avg Weekly Wage$881
IRS Avg AGI$57,397

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.9%
28% below US avg
Establishments (County)220
County GDP$267M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare8
Retail33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,450
59% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fredonia (Biscoe) is $64,300, 77% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$64,300
77% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden44.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.6%
Housing Units108
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,450
59% below US avg
Effective Rate2.26%
In Fredonia (Biscoe), 44.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.6% of residents lack health insurance. 19.9% are current smokers. 24.1% report depression. 35.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Fredonia (Biscoe) vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.1%
37% above US avg
Diabetes13.3%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure42.9%
Asthma11.4%
COPD8.8%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.9%
42% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.8%
Physical Inactivity35.9%
Depression24.1%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress16.5%
Short Sleep46.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.0%
Uninsured12.6%
47% above US avg
Checkup Rate78.3%
Dental Visits45.8%
Premature Death12,115/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access32.4%
Healthcare Facilities8
Fredonia (Biscoe) has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.1 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.1 inches
45% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation191 ft (58 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density205/sq mi
Coordinates34.8194°N, 91.4102°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05117
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 21.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.8-point margin. 73.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.1%
D 16.4%

Winner: Republican by 65.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.3%
37% below US avg
High School+91.3%
Graduate Degree+7.0%
School Test Score4.91
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density205/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants14
Retail Stores33

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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