Guion, AR — City Data & Statistics

Home Value $110,400

61% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 31.8%

6% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.9%

12% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 83.3%

572% higher than US avg

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

People

Population22

Median Age71.5 yrs

Density39/mi²

Male / Female27% / 73%

Largest GroupWhite 86%

Veterans22.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$4,641

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty83.3%

County GDP$2,636M

Housing

Home Value$110,400

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units41

Rent Burden29.0%

Health

Obesity35.9%

Uninsured9.9%

Smoking16.0%

Depression22.9%

Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain50.6 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation357 ft (109 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+31.8%

High School+86.4%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%

CommuteN/A

Broadband7.0%

Libraries1

Is Guion a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Guion receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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. Guion offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 83.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Guion is $110,400, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

31.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Guion enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Guion has a population of 22 with a density of 39 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age is 71.5 years, 84% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 72.7% female and 27.3% male. The city is predominantly White (86.4%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 22.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 26.6% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 67.1% have health insurance coverage.

Population

Total Population

People / sq mi

71.5yrs

Median Age

84% above US avg

0.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 27.3%

Female 72.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Guion vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Guion vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Guion is N/A. Per capita income is $4,641 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $935, 35% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 83.3% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 958 business establishments, including 74 restaurants. The cost of living index is 86.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Guion vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$4,641
Avg Weekly Wage	$935
IRS Avg AGI	$60,486

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	83.3%
	572% above US avg
Establishments (County)	958
County GDP	$2,636M

Business (County)

Restaurants	74
Healthcare	107
Retail	152
Manufacturing	41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,581
	26% below US avg
Cost of Living	86.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.34%

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone	0.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Guion is $110,400, 61% below the national median of $281,900. Fair market rent ranges from $751 for a one-bedroom to $944 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 41 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1959. The average annual property tax is $2,581 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 29.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$110,400
	61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	29.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Renter-Occupied	0.0%
Housing Units	41
Median Year Built	1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,581
	26% below US avg
Effective Rate	2.34%

In Guion, 35.9% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.4% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.5% of residents. 35.7% have high blood pressure. 16.0% are current smokers. 15.6% report binge drinking. 28.7% are physically inactive. 22.9% report depression. 17.2% experience frequent mental distress. 9.9% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,301. The dentist ratio is 1:2,232. 48.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.4 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.9%
	12% above US avg
Diabetes	10.4%
Heart Disease	6.5%
High Blood Pressure	35.7%
Asthma	8.8%
COPD	7.7%
Cancer	7.2%
Stroke	3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.0%
	14% above US avg
Binge Drinking	15.6%
Physical Inactivity	28.7%
Depression	22.9%
Mental Distress	17.2%
Physical Distress	14.2%
Short Sleep	32.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	67.1%
Uninsured	9.9%
	15% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,301
Dentists	1:2,232
Mental Health	1:540
Checkup Rate	69.1%
Dental Visits	47.9%
Premature Death	11,068/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.4/10
Exercise Access	48.4%
Healthcare Facilities	107

Guion enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 4.4 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 357 feet.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	57.3°F
	6% above US avg
January Average	35°F (2°C)
July Average	78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	50.6 inches
	33% above US avg
Snowfall	4.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	357 ft (109 m)
Area	0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density	39/sq mi
Coordinates	35.9268°N, 91.9389°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Independence County County
County FIPS	05063

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	35°F (2°C)	2.7 in	Coldest, Driest
February	42°F (5°C)	3.3 in
March	50°F (10°C)	5.0 in	Wettest
April	59°F (15°C)	4.4 in
May	67°F (19°C)	5.0 in
June	75°F (24°C)	3.4 in
July	78°F (26°C)	3.4 in
August	78°F (26°C)	3.4 in	Warmest
September	71°F (22°C)	4.3 in
October	60°F (16°C)	3.5 in
November	49°F (10°C)	4.5 in
December	40°F (4°C)	4.3 in

Guion has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F — from 35°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 47.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.0") and January the driest (2.7").

Guion is located in Independence County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, a smaller urban community. 31.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 6% below the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.2 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 78.7% of the vote, a 59.5-point margin. 7.0% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 107 healthcare facilities operate in the area.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.7%

D 19.2%

Winner: Republican by 59.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	31.8%
	6% below US avg
High School+	86.4%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	5.23

B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density	39/sq mi
Total Area	0.6 sq mi
County	Independence County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	7.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	107
Restaurants	74
Retail Stores	152

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	8

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone	0.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Guion

What is the population of Guion?

Guion has a population of 22 residents and is located in Arkansas. The population density is 39 people per square mile, spread across 0.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 71.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 72.7% female and 27.3% male.

Is Guion expensive to live in?

Guion is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 86.9 — below the baseline of 100. The median home value is $110,400 (61% below the U.S. median).

What is the weather like in Guion?

Guion enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 35°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 50.6 inches, with 4.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Guion?

The job market in Guion is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.0% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $935. There are 958 business establishments in the area, including 74 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Guion?

The median home value in Guion is $110,400. The average annual property tax is $2,581.

How are the schools in Guion?

Schools in Guion score 5.2 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 31.8% of adults in Guion hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Guion?

The obesity rate in Guion is 35.9% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.0% of adults are smokers. 28.7% are physically inactive. 22.9% of residents report depression. 9.9% lack health insurance. 48.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,301.

What are the demographics of Guion?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Guion is 86.4% White. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 22.0% of the population are military veterans. 26.6% of residents have a disability. 67.1% have health insurance coverage.

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