Greenway, AR

Arkansas

Greenway is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 249. Residents earn $38,500 per year, which is 49% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
249 Population 958/sq mi density
$38,500 Median Income $17,186 per capita
$37,900 Home Value
$571 Median Rent 12.6% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 318 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$38,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$37,900 home value, $571/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,500
49% lower than US avg
Home Value $37,900
87% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.9%
91% lower than US avg
Median Rent $571
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population249
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density958/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans6.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$38,500
Per Capita$17,186
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.5%
County GDP$476M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$37,900
Rent$571
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units92
Rent Burden12.6%

Health

Obesity39.3%
Uninsured10.2%
Smoking18.0%
Depression29.0%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation287 ft (87 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.9%
High School+57.7%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute30 min
Broadband84.0%
Libraries3

Is Greenway a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Greenway receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Greenway offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Greenway is $38,500, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Greenway is $37,900, 87% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $571 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 57.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Greenway enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Greenway has a population of 249 with a density of 958 people per square mile. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.9%), with 3.2% Hispanic.

Population

249
Total Population
958
People / sq mi
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Greenway vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Greenway vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Greenway is $38,500, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Greenway vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,500
49% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,186
Avg Weekly Wage$810
IRS Avg AGI$51,642

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)352
County GDP$476M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare35
Retail46
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,788
49% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.7 min
Drive Alone76.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Greenway is $37,900, 87% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $571 (51% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$37,900
87% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$571
51% below US avg
Rent Burden12.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.8%
Housing Units92
Median Year Built1968

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,788
49% below US avg
Effective Rate4.72%
In Greenway, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.2% of residents lack health insurance. 18.0% are current smokers. 29.0% report depression. 31.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure35.7%
Asthma10.7%
COPD8.2%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.0%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity31.8%
Depression29.0%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress15.3%
Short Sleep38.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.9%
Uninsured10.2%
19% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.6%
Dental Visits50.0%
Premature Death10,838/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access60.9%
Healthcare Facilities35
Greenway has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area enjoys 318 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average59.5°F
10% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days318 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation287 ft (87 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density958/sq mi
Coordinates36.3406°N, 90.2221°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05021
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.6-point margin. 84.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.9%
D 18.3%

Winner: Republican by 61.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.9%
91% below US avg
High School+57.7%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.91
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density958/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants22
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.7 min
Drive Alone76.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.6%

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