Gosnell, AR

Arkansas

Gosnell is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 2,835. Residents earn $43,750 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,835 Population 1,750/sq mi density
$43,750 Median Income $23,718 per capita
$92,300 Home Value
$836 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
624 Violent Crime/100K 2,498 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$43,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,300 home value, $836/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
624 violent crimes/100K (64% above avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,750
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,300
67% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 624/100K
64% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.8%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $836
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.3%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.7%
123% higher than US avg

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

People

Population2,835
Median Age31.4 yrs
Density1,750/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 67%

Economy

C+
Median Income$43,750
Per Capita$23,718
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty27.7%
County GDP$954M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,300
Rent$836
OwnershipN/A

Crime

F
Violent624/100K
Property2,498/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault416/100K
Burglary1,427/100K

Health

Obesity44.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.6 in/yr
Elevation247 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.8%
High School+93.9%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute23 min
Libraries2

Is Gosnell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gosnell receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Gosnell has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gosnell is $43,750, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 27.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Gosnell is $92,300, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $836 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.

Safety & Crime

With 624 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,498 per 100,000, 27% above the national average.

Education

13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Gosnell enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Gosnell has a population of 2,835 with a density of 1,750 people per square mile. The median age is 31.4 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (66.8%), with 28.1% Black.

Population

2,835
Total Population
1,750
People / sq mi
31.4yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Gosnell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gosnell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gosnell is $43,750, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 27.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Gosnell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,750
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,718
Avg Weekly Wage$937
IRS Avg AGI$51,201

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate27.7%
123% above US avg
Establishments (County)377
County GDP$954M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare32
Retail62
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,969
44% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.13%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.6 min
Work from Home2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Gosnell is $92,300, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $836 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,300
67% below US avg
Median List Price$218,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$218,000
$/Sq Ft$50
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio80.2%
Price Drops55.6%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$836
28% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,969
44% below US avg
Effective Rate2.13%
In Gosnell, 44.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.6% report depression. 33.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.3%
38% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure40.7%
Asthma10.8%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity33.0%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress15.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.4%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death14,551/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access48.6%
Healthcare Facilities32
Gosnell has a violent crime rate of 624 per 100,000 residents, 64% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,498 per 100,000 (27% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Gosnell vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent624.4/100K
64% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape148.7/100K
Robbery59.5/100K
Assault416.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,497.8/100K
27% above US avg
Burglary1,427.3/100K
Theft981.3/100K
Vehicle Theft89.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Gosnell has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.7°F
12% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.6 inches
36% above US avg
Snowfall2.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation247 ft (75 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density1,750/sq mi
Coordinates35.9649°N, 89.9686°W
County FIPS47097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.2%
D 31.1%

Winner: Republican by 37.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.8%
59% below US avg
High School+93.9%
School Test Score4.91
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,750/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities32
Restaurants25
Retail Stores62

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.6 min
Work from Home2.8%

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