Haynes, AR

Arkansas

Haynes is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 89. Residents earn $18,611 per year, which is 75% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
89 Population 254/sq mi density
$18,611 Median Income $24,863 per capita
$42,100 Home Value
62°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.2 / 5.0
$18,611 median income, 11.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$42,100 home value
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $18,611
75% lower than US avg
Home Value $42,100
85% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.5%
90% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 49.4%
54% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.6%
222% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.0%
102% higher than US avg

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

People

Population89
Median Age58.2 yrs
Density254/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 28%
Veterans85.0%

Economy

F
Median Income$18,611
Per Capita$24,863
Unemployment11.6%
Poverty25.0%
County GDP$245M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$42,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units56

Health

Obesity49.4%
Uninsured15.9%
Smoking22.7%
Depression20.5%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain52.1 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation224 ft (68 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.5%
High School+83.5%
Graduate+3.3%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 50%
Commute30 min
Broadband40.0%
Libraries1

Is Haynes a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Haynes receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Haynes has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Haynes is $18,611, 75% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 25.0% 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 Haynes is $42,100, 85% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Haynes enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Haynes has a population of 89 with a density of 254 people per square mile. The median age is 58.2 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (71.9%), with 28.1% White.

Population

89
Total Population
254
People / sq mi
58.2yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.9%
Female 37.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Haynes vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Haynes vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Haynes is $18,611, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Haynes vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$18,611
75% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,863
Avg Weekly Wage$846
IRS Avg AGI$49,070

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.6%
222% above US avg
Poverty Rate25.0%
102% above US avg
Establishments (County)212
County GDP$245M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare13
Retail19
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,200
66% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.3 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Haynes is $42,100, 85% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$42,100
85% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.5%
Housing Units56
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,200
66% below US avg
Effective Rate2.85%
In Haynes, 49.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.9% of residents lack health insurance. 22.7% are current smokers. 20.5% report depression. 43.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity49.4%
54% above US avg
Diabetes18.1%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure50.2%
Asthma12.1%
COPD9.5%
Cancer4.5%
Stroke5.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.7%
62% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.9%
Physical Inactivity43.5%
Depression20.5%
Mental Distress21.9%
Physical Distress17.6%
Short Sleep50.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.2%
Uninsured15.9%
85% above US avg
Checkup Rate80.4%
Dental Visits38.8%
Premature Death18,152/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.8/10
Exercise Access52.3%
Healthcare Facilities13
Haynes has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.1 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.1 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall1.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation224 ft (68 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density254/sq mi
Coordinates34.8909°N, 90.7927°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 3.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (90% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 3.5-point margin. 40.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.9%
D 50.4%

Winner: Democrat by 3.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.5%
90% below US avg
High School+83.5%
Graduate Degree+3.3%
School Test Score4.91
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density254/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access40.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants7
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.3 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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