Arkansas
Higginson is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 901. Residents earn $66,806 per year, which is 11% below the national average.
Based on current data, Higginson receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Higginson has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Higginson is $66,806, 11% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Higginson is $95,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $888 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
The violent crime rate of 457 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 762 per 100,000, 61% below the national average.
4.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Higginson 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. Annual precipitation totals 51.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 95.5% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.5% |
| 66% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $66,806 |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $22,886 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $886 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $62,886 |
| Unemployment | 3.0% |
| 17% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 12.7% |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,804 |
| County GDP | $3,311M |
| Restaurants | 158 |
| Healthcare | 201 |
| Retail | 309 |
| Manufacturing | 60 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,110 |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.22% |
| Commute Time | 13.9 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $95,000 |
| 66% below US avg | |
| Median List Price | $220,000 |
| Median List Price | $220,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $109 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.0% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 2 |
| Census Median Rent | $888 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,110 |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.22% |
| Obesity | 41.8% |
| 30% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.1% |
| Heart Disease | 7.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.8% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 9.6% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 35.4% |
| Depression | 27.9% |
| Mental Distress | 22.1% |
| Physical Distress | 17.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 91.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.0% |
| Premature Death | 11,839/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 43.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 201 |
| Total Violent | 457.3/100K |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 152.4/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 304.9/100K |
| Total Property | 762.2/100K |
| 61% below US avg | |
| Burglary | 152.4/100K |
| Theft | 609.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 61.8°F |
| 14% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 51.8 inches |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 1.8 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 219 ft (67 m) |
| Area | 1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 709/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.1968°N, 91.7152°W |
| County FIPS | 05145 |
Winner: Republican by 61.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 4.8% |
| 86% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 83.1% |
| School Test Score | 4.91 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 709/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.3 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 9 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 201 |
| Restaurants | 158 |
| Retail Stores | 309 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 16 |
| Avg Commute | 13.9 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |