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Garfield, AR

Arkansas

Garfield is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 468. Residents earn $70,909 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
468 Population 150/sq mi density
$70,909 Median Income $39,776 per capita
$197,200 Home Value $448,149 Zillow
$858 Median Rent 16.7% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,909 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$197,200 home value, $858/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,909
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $197,200
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.7%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $858
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.6%
79% lower than US avg

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

People

Population468
Median Age50.3 yrs
Density150/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 71%
Veterans10.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,909
Per Capita$39,776
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty2.6%
County GDP$2,070M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$197,200
Rent$858
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$448,149
Housing Units218
Rent Burden16.7%

Health

Obesity37.1%
Uninsured11.5%
Smoking15.2%
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation1,368 ft (417 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.7%
High School+85.8%
Graduate+4.7%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute27 min
Broadband83.0%
Libraries4

Is Garfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Garfield receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Garfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Garfield is $70,909, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Garfield is $197,200, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $858 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

13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Garfield enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Garfield has a population of 468 with a density of 150 people per square mile. The median age is 50.3 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (71.4%), with 3.4% Hispanic.

Population

468
Total Population
150
People / sq mi
50.3yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Garfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.7%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Garfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Garfield is $70,909, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Garfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,909
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,776
Avg Weekly Wage$882
IRS Avg AGI$57,761

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.6%
79% below US avg
Establishments (County)955
County GDP$2,070M

Business (County)

Restaurants64
Healthcare60
Retail130
Manufacturing44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,456
30% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.1 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Garfield is $197,200, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $858 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $448,149.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$197,200
30% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$448,149
Median List Price$745,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$745,000
$/Sq Ft$198
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio90.4%
Price Drops40.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$858
26% below US avg
Rent Burden16.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.0%
Housing Units218
Median Year Built1989

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,456
30% below US avg
Effective Rate1.25%
In Garfield, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.5% of residents lack health insurance. 15.2% are current smokers. 26.7% report depression. 28.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma10.3%
COPD7.3%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.2%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity28.1%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.8%
Uninsured11.5%
34% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.1%
Dental Visits55.7%
Premature Death10,328/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access52.3%
Healthcare Facilities60
Garfield has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.6 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.1°F
9% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.6 inches
20% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,368 ft (417 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²)
Population Density150/sq mi
Coordinates36.4554°N, 93.9758°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS29009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 13.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.5-point margin. 83.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.3%
D 17.8%

Winner: Republican by 63.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.7%
59% below US avg
High School+85.8%
Graduate Degree+4.7%
School Test Score4.91
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density150/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities60
Restaurants64
Retail Stores130

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.1 min
Drive Alone82.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.6%

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