Grady, AR

Arkansas

Grady is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 262. Residents earn $37,500 per year, which is 50% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
262 Population 89/sq mi density
$37,500 Median Income $18,054 per capita
$51,900 Home Value $68,250 Zillow
$658 Median Rent 11.9% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$37,500 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$51,900 home value, $658/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
11.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,500
50% lower than US avg
Home Value $51,900
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.9%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $658
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 51.1%
59% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.2%
95% higher than US avg

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

People

Population262
Median Age35.7 yrs
Density89/mi²
Male / Female39% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 33%
Veterans3.5%

Economy

C+
Median Income$37,500
Per Capita$18,054
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty24.2%
County GDP$3,461M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$51,900
Rent$658
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$68,250
Rent Burden11.9%

Health

Obesity51.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease8.6%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.8 in/yr
Elevation178 ft (54 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.9%
High School+73.6%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 59%
Commute28 min
Broadband84.0%
Libraries5

Is Grady a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grady receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Grady offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grady is $37,500, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. The poverty rate of 24.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grady is $51,900, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $658 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 73.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Grady enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Grady has a population of 262 with a density of 89 people per square mile. The median age is 35.7 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (54.2%), with 32.8% White, 5% Hispanic.

Population

262
Total Population
89
People / sq mi
35.7yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.3%
Female 60.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Grady vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Grady vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grady is $37,500, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Grady vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,500
50% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,054
Avg Weekly Wage$992
IRS Avg AGI$51,844

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate24.2%
95% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,655
County GDP$3,461M

Business (County)

Restaurants119
Healthcare179
Retail250
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,090
40% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Drive Alone98.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Grady is $51,900, 82% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $658 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $68,250.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$51,900
82% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$68,250

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$658
43% below US avg
Rent Burden11.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,090
40% below US avg
Effective Rate4.03%
In Grady, 51.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.6% report depression. 49.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity51.1%
59% above US avg
Diabetes19.8%
Heart Disease8.6%
High Blood Pressure49.3%
Asthma12.5%
COPD11.2%
Stroke6.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking11.1%
Physical Inactivity49.1%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress23.5%
Physical Distress20.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.9%
Checkup Rate79.0%
Premature Death15,931/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access58.9%
Healthcare Facilities179
Grady has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.0°F
17% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.8 inches
34% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation178 ft (54 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.6 km²)
Population Density89/sq mi
Coordinates34.0725°N, 91.6976°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05069
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.1-point margin. 84.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.2%
D 59.3%

Winner: Democrat by 20.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.9%
65% below US avg
High School+73.6%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density89/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities179
Restaurants119
Retail Stores250

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Drive Alone98.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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