Gould, AR

Arkansas

Gould is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 513. Residents earn $30,809 per year, which is 59% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
513 Population 331/sq mi density
$30,809 Median Income $21,710 per capita
$58,800 Home Value
$369 Median Rent 27.8% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.7 / 5.0
$30,809 median income, 6.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$58,800 home value, $369/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $30,809
59% lower than US avg
Home Value $58,800
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.1%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $369
68% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 53.2%
66% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.9%
92% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 35.4%
185% higher than US avg

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

People

Population513
Median Age58.0 yrs
Density331/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 10%
Veterans1.5%

Economy

D
Median Income$30,809
Per Capita$21,710
Unemployment6.9%
Poverty35.4%
County GDP$380M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$58,800
Rent$369
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units349
Rent Burden27.8%

Health

Obesity53.2%
Uninsured17.8%
Smoking25.8%
Depression22.1%
Heart Disease8.6%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.2 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation167 ft (51 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.1%
High School+84.6%
Graduate+6.2%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute23 min
Broadband54.0%
Libraries1

Is Gould a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Gould receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Gould offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Gould is $30,809, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 35.4% 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 Gould is $58,800, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $369 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Gould 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 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Gould has a population of 513 with a density of 331 people per square mile. The median age is 58.0 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (90.4%), with 9.6% White.

Population

513
Total Population
331
People / sq mi
58.0yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.2%
Female 55.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Gould vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Gould vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Gould is $30,809, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 35.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Gould vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,809
59% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,710
Avg Weekly Wage$902
IRS Avg AGI$53,821

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.9%
92% above US avg
Poverty Rate35.4%
185% above US avg
Establishments (County)233
County GDP$380M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare16
Retail25
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,336
62% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Drive Alone93.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Gould is $58,800, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $369 (68% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$58,800
79% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$369
68% below US avg
Rent Burden27.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.6%
Housing Units349
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,336
62% below US avg
Effective Rate2.27%
In Gould, 53.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.8% of residents lack health insurance. 25.8% are current smokers. 22.1% report depression. 49.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity53.2%
66% above US avg
Diabetes20.8%
Heart Disease8.6%
High Blood Pressure52.7%
Asthma13.0%
COPD11.3%
Cancer4.5%
Stroke6.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking25.8%
84% above US avg
Binge Drinking10.1%
Physical Inactivity49.6%
Depression22.1%
Mental Distress23.6%
Physical Distress19.7%
Short Sleep52.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.6%
Uninsured17.8%
107% above US avg
Checkup Rate80.9%
Dental Visits34.7%
Premature Death11,303/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.9/10
Exercise Access37.9%
Healthcare Facilities16
Gould 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 51.2 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.0°F
19% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.2 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall0.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation167 ft (51 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density331/sq mi
Coordinates33.9872°N, 91.5640°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05079
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.1-point margin. 54.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.2%
D 24.1%

Winner: Republican by 50.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.1%
49% below US avg
High School+84.6%
Graduate Degree+6.2%
School Test Score4.91
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density331/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access54.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants14
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Drive Alone93.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.7%

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