Hermitage, AR

Arkansas

Hermitage is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 379. Residents earn $20,750 per year, which is 72% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
379 Population 354/sq mi density
$20,750 Median Income $12,288 per capita
$114,600 Home Value
$464 Median Rent 26.9% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$20,750 median income, 4.2% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$114,600 home value, $464/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $20,750
72% lower than US avg
Home Value $114,600
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.3%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $464
60% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.1%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.9%
52% higher than US avg

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

People

Population379
Median Age21.9 yrs
Density354/mi²
Male / Female25% / 75%
Largest GroupWhite 40%
Veterans0.5%

Economy

C
Median Income$20,750
Per Capita$12,288
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty18.9%
County GDP$472M
Commute24 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$114,600
Rent$464
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units342
Rent Burden26.9%

Health

Obesity45.1%
Uninsured19.7%
Smoking19.3%
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.5 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation157 ft (48 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.3%
High School+93.0%
Graduate+0.4%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute24 min
Broadband70.1%
Libraries2

Is Hermitage a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hermitage receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Hermitage has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hermitage is $20,750, 72% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 18.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hermitage is $114,600, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $464 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Hermitage enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 304 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.

Hermitage has a population of 379 with a density of 354 people per square mile. The median age is 21.9 years, 44% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (40.1%), with 38% Black.

Population

379
Total Population
354
People / sq mi
21.9yrs
Median Age
44% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 24.8%
Female 75.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Hermitage vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only75.5%
4% below US avg
Spanish24.5%
83% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Hermitage vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hermitage is $20,750, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 18.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Hermitage vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$20,750
72% below US avg
Per Capita Income$12,288
Avg Weekly Wage$834
IRS Avg AGI$47,116

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate18.9%
52% above US avg
Establishments (County)332
County GDP$472M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare28
Retail36
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,589
55% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.1 min
Drive Alone97.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hermitage is $114,600, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $464 (60% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$114,600
59% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$464
60% below US avg
Rent Burden26.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied27.5%
Housing Units342
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,589
55% below US avg
Effective Rate1.39%
In Hermitage, 45.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.7% of residents lack health insurance. 19.3% are current smokers. 23.5% report depression. 42.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.1%
40% above US avg
Diabetes16.2%
Heart Disease7.6%
High Blood Pressure44.4%
Asthma10.9%
COPD8.9%
Cancer5.8%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.3%
38% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.1%
Physical Inactivity42.1%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress18.0%
Short Sleep45.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate72.5%
Uninsured19.7%
129% above US avg
Checkup Rate78.3%
Dental Visits41.9%
Premature Death14,249/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access48.7%
Healthcare Facilities28
Hermitage has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.5 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

44°F Jan (6°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.2°F
17% above US avg
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.5 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall0.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation157 ft (48 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density354/sq mi
Coordinates33.4474°N, 92.1715°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05011
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 4.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39-point margin. 70.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69%
D 30%

Winner: Republican by 39 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.3%
87% below US avg
High School+93.0%
Graduate Degree+0.4%
School Test Score4.91
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density354/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.1%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities28
Restaurants14
Retail Stores36

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.1 min
Drive Alone97.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.0%

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