Imboden, AR

Arkansas

Imboden is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 773. Residents earn $40,446 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
773 Population 609/sq mi density
$40,446 Median Income $18,979 per capita
$85,300 Home Value $151,205 Zillow
$600 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$40,446 median income, 8.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,300 home value, $600/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,446
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,300
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.9%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $600
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.4%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.8%
144% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.6%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population773
Median Age30.1 yrs
Density609/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

C+
Median Income$40,446
Per Capita$18,979
Unemployment8.8%
Poverty11.6%
County GDP$559M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,300
Rent$600
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$151,205

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.4%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.5 in/yr
Elevation278 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.9%
High School+93.8%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute25 min
Libraries3

Is Imboden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Imboden receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Imboden offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Imboden is $40,446, 46% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.8%, unemployment is notably high. 11.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Imboden is $85,300, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $600 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

7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Imboden enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches, including 6.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Imboden has a population of 773 with a density of 609 people per square mile. The median age is 30.1 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.2%), with 11.8% Hispanic.

Population

773
Total Population
609
People / sq mi
30.1yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Imboden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Imboden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Imboden is $40,446, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Imboden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,446
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,979
Avg Weekly Wage$834
IRS Avg AGI$52,419

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.8%
144% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.6%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)397
County GDP$559M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare30
Retail56
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,527
56% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.1 min
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Imboden is $85,300, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $600 (48% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $151,205.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,300
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$151,205

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$600
48% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,527
56% below US avg
Effective Rate1.79%
In Imboden, 43.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.4% report depression. 33.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.4%
35% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure38.0%
Asthma10.8%
COPD9.1%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity33.6%
Depression28.4%
Mental Distress21.6%
Physical Distress16.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.5%
Checkup Rate76.1%
Premature Death14,246/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.2/10
Exercise Access35.1%
Healthcare Facilities30

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Imboden has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.5°F
8% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.5 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall6.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation278 ft (85 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density609/sq mi
Coordinates36.1997°N, 91.1774°W
County FIPS05075
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81%
D 17%

Winner: Republican by 64 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.9%
77% below US avg
High School+93.8%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density609/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities30
Restaurants30
Retail Stores56

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.1 min
Work from Home2.2%

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