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Garland, AR

Arkansas

Garland is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 300. Residents earn $31,304 per year, which is 58% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
300 Population 341/sq mi density
$31,304 Median Income $22,157 per capita
$37,100 Home Value
$476 Median Rent 16.4% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$31,304 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$37,100 home value, $476/mo rent
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,304
58% lower than US avg
Home Value $37,100
87% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.0%
97% lower than US avg
Median Rent $476
59% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.5%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.0%
13% higher than US avg

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

People

Population300
Median Age32.7 yrs
Density341/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 58%
Veterans6.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$31,304
Per Capita$22,157
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.0%
County GDP$221M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$37,100
Rent$476
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units233
Rent Burden16.4%

Health

Obesity41.5%
Uninsured13.3%
Smoking17.9%
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI50 (Good)
Rain53.0 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation232 ft (71 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.0%
High School+59.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.40

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute28 min
Broadband51.5%
Libraries2

Is Garland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Garland receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Garland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Garland is $31,304, 58% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.0% 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 Garland is $37,100, 87% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $476 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

1.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 59.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Garland 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 50.

Garland has a population of 300 with a density of 341 people per square mile. The median age is 32.7 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (57.7%), with 42.3% Black.

Population

300
Total Population
341
People / sq mi
32.7yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.3%
Female 45.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Garland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Garland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Garland is $31,304, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Garland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,304
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,157
Avg Weekly Wage$774
IRS Avg AGI$50,513

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.0%
13% above US avg
Establishments (County)163
County GDP$221M

Business (County)

Restaurants4
Healthcare7
Retail16
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,333
62% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.3 min
Drive Alone76.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Garland is $37,100, 87% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $476 (59% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$37,100
87% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$476
59% below US avg
Rent Burden16.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$829
1 Bedroom$834
2 Bedrooms$1,090
3 Bedrooms$1,393
4 Bedrooms$1,670

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied47.0%
Housing Units233
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,333
62% below US avg
Effective Rate3.59%
In Garland, 41.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.3% of residents lack health insurance. 17.9% are current smokers. 21.1% report depression. 38.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.5%
29% above US avg
Diabetes15.7%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure45.6%
Asthma12.0%
COPD7.7%
Cancer5.0%
Stroke4.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.9%
28% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.8%
Physical Inactivity38.4%
Depression21.1%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress15.4%
Short Sleep47.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.8%
Uninsured13.3%
55% above US avg
Checkup Rate81.2%
Dental Visits45.8%
Premature Death14,360/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access11.1%
Healthcare Facilities7
Garland 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 50.

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 Median50.0
RatingGood
Good Days %53.4%
Unhealthy Days0

Geography

Elevation232 ft (71 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density341/sq mi
Coordinates33.3610°N, 93.7142°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05073
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 1.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (97% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.3-point margin. 51.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.3%
D 30%

Winner: Republican by 38.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.0%
97% below US avg
High School+59.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.40
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density341/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access51.5%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities7
Restaurants4
Retail Stores16

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.3 min
Drive Alone76.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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