Hope, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · Hempstead County County
Hope, AR
At a Glance
How Hope Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hope's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hope a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hope residents earn a median household income of $44,353 , which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,010. The unemployment rate stands at 3.9% (8% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 15.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 502 business establishments, including 34 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hope is $87,800 , 69% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $122,661. Median rent is $777/month, with 29.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 86.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1976.
Safety & Crime
Hope reports 722 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 90% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,197/100K.
Education
14.9% of adults in Hope hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below the national average). 81.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hope has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.7 inches.