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Gurdon, AR
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Gurdon, AR
At a Glance
How Gurdon Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Gurdon's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Gurdon a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Gurdon residents earn a median household income of $45,769 , which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,309. The unemployment rate stands at 5.4% (50% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 188 business establishments, including 9 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Gurdon is $94,300 , 67% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $179,894. Median rent is $652/month, with 23.2% 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 1979.
Safety & Crime
Gurdon reports 918 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 142% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,547/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
15.9% of adults in Gurdon hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below the national average). 80.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Gurdon has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 304 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 56.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.