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Gum Springs, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · Clark County County
Gum Springs, AR
At a Glance
How Gum Springs Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Gum Springs's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Gum Springs a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Gum Springs residents earn a median household income of $35,750 , which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,704. The unemployment rate stands at 9.3% (158% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 655 business establishments, including 62 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Gum Springs is $59,000 , 79% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $179,894. Median rent is $730/month, with 24.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 86.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1981.
Safety & Crime
Gum Springs reports 382 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 1% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,910/100K.
Education
31.7% of adults in Gum Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% below the national average). 95.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Gum Springs has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 54.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.