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Guy, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

Guy is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 592. Residents earn $60,521 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
592 Population 83/sq mi density
$60,521 Median Income $32,502 per capita
$199,000 Home Value
$900 Median Rent 30.8% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$60,521 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$199,000 home value, $900/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,521
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $199,000
29% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.2%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.2%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.3%
7% higher than US avg

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

People

Population592
Median Age45.3 yrs
Density83/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans9.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$60,521
Per Capita$32,502
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty13.3%
County GDP$5,737M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$199,000
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units261
Rent Burden30.8%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,264/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary281/100K

Health

Obesity41.2%
Uninsured9.8%
Smoking17.1%
Depression28.7%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.5 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation662 ft (202 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.2%
High School+98.5%
Graduate+9.8%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute25 min
Broadband92.5%
Libraries6

Is Guy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Guy receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Guy offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Guy is $60,521, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Guy is $199,000, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Guy is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,264 per 100,000, 36% below the national average.

Education

18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Guy enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Guy has a population of 592 with a density of 83 people per square mile. The median age is 45.3 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.8%), with 8.8% Hispanic.

Population

592
Total Population
83
People / sq mi
45.3yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
7.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.1%
Female 45.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Guy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Guy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Guy is $60,521, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Guy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,521
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,502
Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$71,436

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.3%
7% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,252
County GDP$5,737M

Business (County)

Restaurants274
Healthcare383
Retail415
Manufacturing94

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,865
18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Guy is $199,000, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$199,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% below US avg
Rent Burden30.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.8%
Housing Units261
Median Year Built1998

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,865
18% below US avg
Effective Rate1.44%
In Guy, 41.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.8% of residents lack health insurance. 17.1% are current smokers. 28.7% report depression. 28.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.2%
28% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure35.7%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.1%
22% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity28.7%
Depression28.7%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress15.0%
Short Sleep39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.6%
Uninsured9.8%
14% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.2%
Dental Visits54.4%
Premature Death9,026/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access64.6%
Healthcare Facilities383
Guy has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,264 per 100,000 (36% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,264.0/100K
36% below US avg
Burglary280.9/100K
Theft561.8/100K
Vehicle Theft421.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Guy has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.5 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average59.8°F
11% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.5 inches
33% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation662 ft (202 m)
Area7.1 sq mi (18.5 km²)
Population Density83/sq mi
Coordinates35.3273°N, 92.3367°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05045
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.3-point margin. 92.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 32.6%

Winner: Republican by 32.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.2%
46% below US avg
High School+98.5%
Graduate Degree+9.8%
School Test Score4.91
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density83/sq mi
Total Area7.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access92.5%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities383
Restaurants274
Retail Stores415

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit0.9%
Work from Home5.8%

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