Grubbs, AR

Arkansas

Grubbs is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 363. Residents earn $75,625 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
363 Population 637/sq mi density
$75,625 Median Income $37,865 per capita
N/A Home Value $50,060 Zillow
N/A Median Rent 40.0% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$75,625 median income, 2.3% unemployment
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,625
1% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.8%
83% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population363
Median Age63.0 yrs
Density637/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$75,625
Per Capita$37,865
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$988M
Commute25 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$50,060
Rent Burden40.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.2 in/yr
Elevation231 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.8%
High School+89.1%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute25 min
Libraries2

Is Grubbs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Grubbs receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Grubbs has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Grubbs is $75,625, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Education

5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Grubbs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Grubbs has a population of 363 with a density of 637 people per square mile. The median age is 63.0 years, 62% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.2%).

Population

363
Total Population
637
People / sq mi
63.0yrs
Median Age
62% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.3%
Female 42.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Grubbs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Grubbs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Grubbs is $75,625, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Grubbs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,625
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,865
Avg Weekly Wage$947
IRS Avg AGI$50,045

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% below US avg
Establishments (County)418
County GDP$988M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare48
Retail67
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,638
53% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $50,060.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$50,060

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden40.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,638
53% below US avg
In Grubbs, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 35.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.9%
24% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure37.4%
Asthma10.8%
COPD9.6%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity35.7%
Depression28.6%
Mental Distress22.3%
Physical Distress17.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.1%
Checkup Rate74.2%
Premature Death14,435/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.3/10
Exercise Access62.0%
Healthcare Facilities48

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Grubbs has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.1°F
11% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.2 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall2.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation231 ft (70 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density637/sq mi
Coordinates35.6540°N, 91.0755°W
County FIPS05067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.5%
D 24.8%

Winner: Republican by 48.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.8%
83% below US avg
High School+89.1%
School Test Score4.91
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density637/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities48
Restaurants23
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

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