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Holly Grove, AR

Arkansas

Holly Grove is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 532. Residents earn $38,750 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
532 Population 527/sq mi density
$38,750 Median Income $24,560 per capita
$81,700 Home Value
$431 Median Rent 47.5% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$38,750 median income, 3.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,700 home value, $431/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,750
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,700
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.1%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $431
63% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 48.7%
52% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.2%
11% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 30.3%
144% higher than US avg

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

People

Population532
Median Age38.1 yrs
Density527/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 3%
Veterans2.5%

Economy

C
Median Income$38,750
Per Capita$24,560
Unemployment3.2%
Poverty30.3%
County GDP$265M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,700
Rent$431
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units253
Rent Burden47.5%

Health

Obesity48.7%
Uninsured12.9%
Smoking18.4%
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain55.1 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation179 ft (55 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.1%
High School+86.4%
Graduate+2.1%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute24 min
Broadband69.5%
Libraries1

Is Holly Grove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Holly Grove receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Holly Grove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Holly Grove is $38,750, 48% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 30.3% 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 Holly Grove is $81,700, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $431 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Holly Grove enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 40°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 55.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Holly Grove has a population of 532 with a density of 527 people per square mile. The median age is 38.1 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (95.3%), with 3% White.

Population

532
Total Population
527
People / sq mi
38.1yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.9%
Female 58.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Holly Grove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Holly Grove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Holly Grove is $38,750, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 30.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Holly Grove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,750
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,560
Avg Weekly Wage$801
IRS Avg AGI$45,049

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.2%
11% below US avg
Poverty Rate30.3%
144% above US avg
Establishments (County)232
County GDP$265M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare22
Retail27
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,000
71% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.0 min
Drive Alone64.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Holly Grove is $81,700, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $431 (63% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,700
71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$431
63% below US avg
Rent Burden47.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.9%
Housing Units253
Median Year Built1986

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,000
71% below US avg
Effective Rate1.22%
In Holly Grove, 48.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.9% of residents lack health insurance. 18.4% are current smokers. 20.4% report depression. 38.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Holly Grove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity48.7%
52% above US avg
Diabetes17.2%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure49.6%
Asthma12.4%
COPD7.6%
Cancer4.5%
Stroke5.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.4%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.1%
Physical Inactivity38.9%
Depression20.4%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress15.8%
Short Sleep49.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Uninsured12.9%
50% above US avg
Checkup Rate82.0%
Dental Visits44.1%
Premature Death18,679/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.5/10
Exercise Access66.2%
Healthcare Facilities22
Holly Grove has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.1 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.1 inches
45% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation179 ft (55 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density527/sq mi
Coordinates34.6015°N, 91.2003°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05095
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 15.8-point margin. 69.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.9%
D 41.2%

Winner: Republican by 15.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.1%
55% below US avg
High School+86.4%
Graduate Degree+2.1%
School Test Score4.91
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density527/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.5%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants20
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.0 min
Drive Alone64.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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