Havana, AR

Arkansas

Havana is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 320. Residents earn $52,917 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
320 Population 533/sq mi density
$52,917 Median Income $23,139 per capita
$81,900 Home Value
$718 Median Rent 27.7% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$52,917 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,900 home value, $718/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,917
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,900
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.1%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $718
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 31.9%
157% higher than US avg

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

People

Population320
Median Age33.4 yrs
Density533/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 76%

Economy

C+
Median Income$52,917
Per Capita$23,139
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty31.9%
County GDP$727M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,900
Rent$718
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden27.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain49.7 in/yr
Elevation374 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.1%
High School+79.7%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute27 min
Broadband91.0%
Libraries2

Is Havana a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Havana receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Havana offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Havana is $52,917, 30% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 31.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Havana is $81,900, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $718 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Havana enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Havana has a population of 320 with a density of 533 people per square mile. The median age is 33.4 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.6%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 10.3% Black.

Population

320
Total Population
533
People / sq mi
33.4yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.9%
Female 44.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Havana vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only49.9%
36% below US avg
Spanish50.1%
274% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Havana vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Havana is $52,917, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 31.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Havana vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,917
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,139
Avg Weekly Wage$787
IRS Avg AGI$49,506

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate31.9%
157% above US avg
Establishments (County)454
County GDP$727M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare37
Retail67
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,680
52% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.2 min
Work from Home4.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Havana is $81,900, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $718 (38% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,900
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$718
38% below US avg
Rent Burden27.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,680
52% below US avg
Effective Rate2.05%
In Havana, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% report depression. 31.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure36.5%
Asthma10.6%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity31.2%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress15.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.4%
Checkup Rate75.0%
Premature Death13,583/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access64.5%
Healthcare Facilities37

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Havana has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.5°F
12% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.7 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall2.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation374 ft (114 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density533/sq mi
Coordinates35.1098°N, 93.5260°W
County FIPS05083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.2-point margin. 91.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80%
D 17.8%

Winner: Republican by 62.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.1%
76% below US avg
High School+79.7%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density533/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants30
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.2 min
Work from Home4.5%

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