Huntington, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

Huntington is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 525. Residents earn $34,444 per year, which is 54% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
525 Population 784/sq mi density
$34,444 Median Income $16,074 per capita
$47,100 Home Value $195,043 Zillow
$884 Median Rent 30.5% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 310 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$34,444 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$47,100 home value, $884/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,444
54% lower than US avg
Home Value $47,100
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.2%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $884
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.7%
59% higher than US avg

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

People

Population525
Median Age34.0 yrs
Density784/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans5.8%

Economy

C+
Median Income$34,444
Per Capita$16,074
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty19.7%
County GDP$9,255M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$47,100
Rent$884
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$195,043
Housing Units221
Rent Burden30.5%

Health

Obesity36.0%
Uninsured10.1%
Smoking17.5%
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.3 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation610 ft (186 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.2%
High School+76.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute30 min
Broadband84.2%
Libraries7

Is Huntington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Huntington 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, below-average incomes. Huntington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Huntington is $34,444, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. The poverty rate of 19.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Huntington is $47,100, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $884 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.

Education

9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Huntington 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. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Huntington has a population of 525 with a density of 784 people per square mile. The median age is 34.0 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.9%), with 6.3% Hispanic.

Population

525
Total Population
784
People / sq mi
34.0yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.7%
Female 45.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Huntington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Huntington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Huntington is $34,444, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Huntington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,444
54% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,074
Avg Weekly Wage$1,061
IRS Avg AGI$69,751

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.7%
59% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,751
County GDP$9,255M

Business (County)

Restaurants302
Healthcare482
Retail538
Manufacturing156

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,305
6% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.02%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.0 min
Drive Alone88.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Huntington is $47,100, 83% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $884 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $195,043.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$47,100
83% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$195,043

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$884
24% below US avg
Rent Burden30.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.6%
Housing Units221
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,305
6% below US avg
Effective Rate7.02%
In Huntington, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.1% of residents lack health insurance. 17.5% are current smokers. 28.0% report depression. 29.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure36.7%
Asthma10.9%
COPD8.1%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.5%
25% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity29.8%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress15.5%
Short Sleep37.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.5%
Uninsured10.1%
17% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.8%
Dental Visits57.0%
Premature Death11,659/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access64.5%
Healthcare Facilities482
Huntington has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.3 inches. The area enjoys 310 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average62.4°F
16% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.3 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall2.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation610 ft (186 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density784/sq mi
Coordinates35.0817°N, 94.2663°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05131
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.6-point margin. 84.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.6%
D 30%

Winner: Republican by 37.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.2%
73% below US avg
High School+76.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density784/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.2%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities482
Restaurants302
Retail Stores538

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)19

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.0 min
Drive Alone88.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

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