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Horseshoe Lake, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

Horseshoe Lake is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 396. Residents earn $58,750 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
396 Population 2,640/sq mi density
$58,750 Median Income $37,867 per capita
$93,500 Home Value $128,337 Zillow
$821 Median Rent 14.1% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$58,750 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$93,500 home value, $821/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,750
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $93,500
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.6%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $821
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.8%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.0%
60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population396
Median Age59.4 yrs
Density2,640/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans11.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,750
Per Capita$37,867
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$731M
Commute45 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$93,500
Rent$821
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$128,337
Housing Units308
Rent Burden14.1%

Health

Obesity43.8%
Uninsured13.1%
Smoking23.1%
Depression32.0%
Heart Disease8.2%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain56.5 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation201 ft (61 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.6%
High School+88.2%
Graduate+4.7%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 30% / D 69%
Commute45 min
Broadband87.6%
Libraries2

Is Horseshoe Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Horseshoe Lake receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Horseshoe Lake offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Horseshoe Lake is $58,750, 22% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Horseshoe Lake is $93,500, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $821 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Horseshoe Lake enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 56.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Horseshoe Lake has a population of 396 with a density of 2,640 people per square mile. The median age is 59.4 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.8%), with 12.9% Hispanic, 4.5% Black.

Population

396
Total Population
2,640
People / sq mi
59.4yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Horseshoe Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Horseshoe Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Horseshoe Lake is $58,750, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes.

Income: Horseshoe Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,750
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,867
Avg Weekly Wage$802
IRS Avg AGI$40,687

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
60% below US avg
Establishments (County)270
County GDP$731M

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare16
Retail46
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,730
22% below US avg
Cost of Living86.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time45.4 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit2.6%
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Horseshoe Lake is $93,500, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $821 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $128,337.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$93,500
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$128,337

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$821
29% below US avg
Rent Burden14.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.9%
Housing Units308
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,730
22% below US avg
Effective Rate2.92%
In Horseshoe Lake, 43.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.1% of residents lack health insurance. 23.1% are current smokers. 32.0% report depression. 38.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Horseshoe Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.8%
36% above US avg
Diabetes13.2%
Heart Disease8.2%
High Blood Pressure40.5%
Asthma12.0%
COPD11.4%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.1%
65% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity38.5%
Depression32.0%
Mental Distress23.8%
Physical Distress19.1%
Short Sleep38.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%
Uninsured13.1%
52% above US avg
Primary Care1:9,696
Mental Health1:3,078
Checkup Rate76.8%
Dental Visits44.0%
Premature Death21,013/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access70.6%
Healthcare Facilities16
Horseshoe Lake has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.5 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) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average62.7°F
16% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.5 inches
49% above US avg
Snowfall1.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation201 ft (61 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density2,640/sq mi
Coordinates34.9138°N, 90.3077°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS28143
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 38.9-point margin. 87.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 30%
D 68.9%

Winner: Democrat by 38.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.6%
69% below US avg
High School+88.2%
Graduate Degree+4.7%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,640/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.6%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants33
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute45.4 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit2.6%
Work from Home5.6%

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