Hatfield, AR

Arkansas

Hatfield is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 517. Residents earn $38,783 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
517 Population 389/sq mi density
$38,783 Median Income $19,761 per capita
$118,800 Home Value
$671 Median Rent 22.6% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$38,783 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$118,800 home value, $671/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,783
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $118,800
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.8%
41% lower than US avg
Median Rent $671
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.3%
49% lower than US avg

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

People

Population517
Median Age25.4 yrs
Density389/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans12.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$38,783
Per Capita$19,761
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty6.3%
County GDP$860M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$118,800
Rent$671
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden22.6%

Health

Obesity39.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Elevation971 ft (296 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.8%
High School+86.6%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 14%
Commute21 min
Broadband48.6%
Libraries1

Is Hatfield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hatfield receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Hatfield offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hatfield is $38,783, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hatfield is $118,800, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $671 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Hatfield enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hatfield has a population of 517 with a density of 389 people per square mile. The median age is 25.4 years, 35% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.6%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 1.5% Black.

Population

517
Total Population
389
People / sq mi
25.4yrs
Median Age
35% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.9%
Female 56.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Hatfield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hatfield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hatfield is $38,783, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Hatfield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,783
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,761
Avg Weekly Wage$824
IRS Avg AGI$51,003

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.3%
49% below US avg
Establishments (County)486
County GDP$860M

Business (County)

Restaurants40
Healthcare46
Retail69
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,628
53% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.9 min
Drive Alone42.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Hatfield is $118,800, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $671 (42% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$118,800
58% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$671
42% below US avg
Rent Burden22.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied36.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,628
53% below US avg
Effective Rate1.37%
In Hatfield, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 31.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure36.1%
Asthma10.8%
COPD8.4%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity31.7%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress16.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.8%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death13,275/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.4/10
Exercise Access62.5%
Healthcare Facilities46
Hatfield has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.4 inches
17% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation971 ft (296 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density389/sq mi
Coordinates34.4845°N, 94.3799°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05113
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (41% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.5-point margin. 48.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.3%
D 13.8%

Winner: Republican by 70.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.8%
41% below US avg
High School+86.6%
School Test Score4.91
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density389/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access48.6%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants40
Retail Stores69

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.9 min
Drive Alone42.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.7%

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