Hunter, AR

Arkansas

Hunter is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 139. Residents earn $88,750 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
139 Population 224/sq mi density
$88,750 Median Income $29,258 per capita
$92,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$88,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,300 home value
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $88,750
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $92,300
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.0%
59% lower than US avg

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

People

Population139
Median Age30.9 yrs
Density224/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$88,750
Per Capita$29,258
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.0%
County GDP$327M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease8.2%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.1 in/yr
Elevation206 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+84.5%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute20 min
Broadband42.0%
Libraries3

Is Hunter a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hunter receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Hunter stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hunter is $88,750, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hunter is $92,300, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Hunter enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Hunter has a population of 139 with a density of 224 people per square mile. The median age is 30.9 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.8%).

Population

139
Total Population
224
People / sq mi
30.9yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.3%
Female 54.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Hunter vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Hunter vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hunter is $88,750, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Hunter vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$88,750
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,258
Avg Weekly Wage$881
IRS Avg AGI$49,333

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.0%
59% below US avg
Establishments (County)185
County GDP$327M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare16
Retail23
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,020
71% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.11%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.2 min
Drive Alone77.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Hunter is $92,300, 67% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,300
67% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,020
71% below US avg
Effective Rate1.11%
In Hunter, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 35.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease8.2%
High Blood Pressure38.8%
Asthma10.5%
COPD10.0%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity35.4%
Depression28.6%
Mental Distress22.1%
Physical Distress17.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.8%
Checkup Rate75.4%
Premature Death11,239/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access45.5%
Healthcare Facilities16

Crime Rates: Hunter vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Hunter has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.6°F
12% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.1 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall1.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation206 ft (63 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density224/sq mi
Coordinates35.0546°N, 91.1229°W
County FIPS05147
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.5-point margin. 42.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.3%
D 32.8%

Winner: Republican by 32.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+84.5%
School Test Score4.91
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density224/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access42.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants8
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.2 min
Drive Alone77.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.8%

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