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Hartford, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

Hartford is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 504. Residents earn $43,542 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
504 Population 280/sq mi density
$43,542 Median Income $33,013 per capita
$72,800 Home Value $164,803 Zillow
$821 Median Rent 49.4% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 310 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$43,542 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$72,800 home value, $821/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,542
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $72,800
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.0%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $821
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.6%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.4%
40% higher than US avg

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

People

Population504
Median Age40.1 yrs
Density280/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 76%
Veterans10.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$43,542
Per Capita$33,013
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty17.4%
County GDP$9,255M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$72,800
Rent$821
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$164,803
Housing Units250
Rent Burden49.4%

Health

Obesity34.6%
Uninsured10.7%
Smoking16.8%
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.3 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation636 ft (194 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.0%
High School+82.4%
Graduate+3.9%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute30 min
Broadband69.1%
Libraries7

Is Hartford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hartford receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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, below-average incomes. Hartford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hartford is $43,542, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. The poverty rate of 17.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hartford is $72,800, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $821 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Hartford enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hartford has a population of 504 with a density of 280 people per square mile. The median age is 40.1 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.2%), with 9.3% Hispanic.

Population

504
Total Population
280
People / sq mi
40.1yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Hartford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hartford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hartford is $43,542, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Hartford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,542
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,013
Avg Weekly Wage$1,061
IRS Avg AGI$69,751

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.4%
40% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,751
County GDP$9,255M

Business (County)

Restaurants302
Healthcare482
Retail538
Manufacturing156

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,305
6% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.7 min
Drive Alone74.1%
Public Transit2.0%
Work from Home3.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Hartford is $72,800, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $821 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $164,803.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$72,800
74% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$164,803

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$89
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.0%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$821
29% below US avg
Rent Burden49.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.5%
Housing Units250
Median Year Built1964

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,305
6% below US avg
Effective Rate4.54%
In Hartford, 34.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.7% of residents lack health insurance. 16.8% are current smokers. 27.2% report depression. 29.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.6%
8% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure35.4%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.2%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.8%
20% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity29.3%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep38.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%
Uninsured10.7%
24% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits56.0%
Premature Death11,659/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access64.5%
Healthcare Facilities482
Hartford has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.3 inches. The area enjoys 310 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average62.4°F
16% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.3 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall2.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation636 ft (194 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density280/sq mi
Coordinates35.0234°N, 94.3794°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05131
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.6-point margin. 69.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.6%
D 30%

Winner: Republican by 37.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.0%
64% below US avg
High School+82.4%
Graduate Degree+3.9%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density280/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.1%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities482
Restaurants302
Retail Stores538

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.7 min
Drive Alone74.1%
Public Transit2.0%
Work from Home3.5%

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