Greenland, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

Greenland is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 1,318. Residents earn $62,250 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,318 Population 328/sq mi density
$62,250 Median Income $33,170 per capita
$195,700 Home Value
$1,061 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
366 Violent Crime/100K 1,023 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$62,250 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$195,700 home value, $1,061/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
366 violent crimes/100K (4% below avg)
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
33.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,250
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $195,700
31% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 366/100K
4% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 33.6%
0% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,061
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.4%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.9%
36% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,318
Median Age43.1 yrs
Density328/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 79%

Economy

A
Median Income$62,250
Per Capita$33,170
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty7.9%
County GDP$18,160M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$195,700
Rent$1,061
OwnershipN/A

Crime

F
Violent366/100K
Property1,023/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault292/100K
Burglary219/100K

Health

Obesity34.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain53.9 in/yr
Elevation1,323 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+33.6%
High School+96.6%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 45%
Commute20 min
Libraries10

Is Greenland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Greenland receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Greenland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Greenland is $62,250, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Greenland is $195,700, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,061 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Greenland is below the national average at 366 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,023 per 100,000, 48% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Greenland enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Greenland has a population of 1,318 with a density of 328 people per square mile. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.1%), with 2.3% Hispanic, 7.1% Black.

Population

1,318
Total Population
328
People / sq mi
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Greenland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Greenland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Greenland is $62,250, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Greenland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,250
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,170
Avg Weekly Wage$1,148
IRS Avg AGI$82,693

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.9%
36% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,052
County GDP$18,160M

Business (County)

Restaurants651
Healthcare753
Retail794
Manufacturing203

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,885
11% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.7 min
Work from Home16.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Greenland is $195,700, 31% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,061 (9% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$195,700
31% below US avg
Median List Price$276,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$276,950
$/Sq Ft$197
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,061
9% 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-Occupied75.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,885
11% above US avg
Effective Rate1.99%
In Greenland, 34.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.6% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.4%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.9%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure34.3%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.7%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death8,081/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access82.5%
Healthcare Facilities753
Greenland has a violent crime rate of 366 per 100,000 residents, 4% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,023 per 100,000 (48% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent365.5/100K
4% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape73.1/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault292.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,023.4/100K
48% below US avg
Burglary219.3/100K
Theft731.0/100K
Vehicle Theft73.1/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Greenland has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.3°F
6% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.9 inches
42% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,323 ft (403 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.4 km²)
Population Density328/sq mi
Coordinates35.9962°N, 94.1909°W
County FIPS05143
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 33.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (0% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 6.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.7%
D 45.1%

Winner: Republican by 6.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+33.6%
0% below US avg
High School+96.6%
School Test Score4.91
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density328/sq mi
Total Area4.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities753
Restaurants651
Retail Stores794

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.7 min
Work from Home16.1%

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