Grannis, AR

Arkansas

Grannis is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 507. Residents earn $64,450 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
507 Population 64/sq mi density
$64,450 Median Income $29,829 per capita
$92,200 Home Value
$757 Median Rent 17.0% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$64,450 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,200 home value, $757/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,450
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,200
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.6%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $757
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.7%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.4%
73% higher than US avg

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

People

Population507
Median Age39.4 yrs
Density64/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans3.2%

Economy

B+
Median Income$64,450
Per Capita$29,829
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty21.4%
County GDP$860M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,200
Rent$757
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units252
Rent Burden17.0%

Health

Obesity43.7%
Uninsured20.7%
Smoking21.6%
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease8.4%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain55.0 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation908 ft (277 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.6%
High School+80.9%
Graduate+2.0%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 14%
Commute21 min
Broadband75.2%
Libraries1

Is Grannis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grannis receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Grannis offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grannis is $64,450, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. The poverty rate of 21.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Grannis is $92,200, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $757 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

5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Grannis enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 55.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Grannis has a population of 507 with a density of 64 people per square mile. The median age is 39.4 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.9%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

507
Total Population
64
People / sq mi
39.4yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
7.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.3%
Female 49.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Grannis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only73.3%
7% below US avg
Spanish26.7%
99% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Grannis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grannis is $64,450, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Grannis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,450
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,829
Avg Weekly Wage$824
IRS Avg AGI$51,003

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.4%
73% above US avg
Establishments (County)486
County GDP$860M

Business (County)

Restaurants40
Healthcare46
Retail69
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,628
53% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.3 min
Drive Alone81.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Grannis is $92,200, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $757 (35% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,200
67% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$757
35% below US avg
Rent Burden17.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.0%
Housing Units252
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,628
53% below US avg
Effective Rate1.77%
In Grannis, 43.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.7% of residents lack health insurance. 21.6% are current smokers. 25.8% report depression. 40.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.7%
36% above US avg
Diabetes14.6%
Heart Disease8.4%
High Blood Pressure39.5%
Asthma10.6%
COPD10.3%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.6%
54% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity40.3%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress21.6%
Physical Distress19.0%
Short Sleep40.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.9%
Uninsured20.7%
141% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits41.8%
Premature Death13,275/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.4/10
Exercise Access62.5%
Healthcare Facilities46
Grannis has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.0 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.0 inches
45% above US avg
Snowfall2.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation908 ft (277 m)
Area7.9 sq mi (20.5 km²)
Population Density64/sq mi
Coordinates34.2402°N, 94.3220°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05113
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.5-point margin. 75.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.3%
D 13.8%

Winner: Republican by 70.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.6%
83% below US avg
High School+80.9%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
School Test Score4.91
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density64/sq mi
Total Area7.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.2%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants40
Retail Stores69

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.3 min
Drive Alone81.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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