Jacksonport, AR

Arkansas

Jacksonport is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 107. Residents earn $41,094 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
107 Population 282/sq mi density
$41,094 Median Income $23,850 per capita
$23,600 Home Value
$563 Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$41,094 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$23,600 home value, $563/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,094
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $23,600
92% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.4%
54% lower than US avg
Median Rent $563
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.2%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.2%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population107
Median Age45.8 yrs
Density282/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans91.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$41,094
Per Capita$23,850
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.2%
County GDP$988M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$23,600
Rent$563
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units60
Rent Burden9.0%

Health

Obesity41.2%
Uninsured13.8%
Smoking21.7%
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.2 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation223 ft (68 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.4%
High School+75.8%
Graduate+4.1%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute22 min
Broadband61.0%
Libraries2

Is Jacksonport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jacksonport 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, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Jacksonport offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jacksonport is $41,094, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jacksonport is $23,600, 92% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $563 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Jacksonport enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Jacksonport has a population of 107 with a density of 282 people per square mile. The median age is 45.8 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.5%).

Population

107
Total Population
282
People / sq mi
45.8yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.2%
Female 45.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Jacksonport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Jacksonport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jacksonport is $41,094, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Jacksonport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,094
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,850
Avg Weekly Wage$947
IRS Avg AGI$50,045

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.2%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)418
County GDP$988M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare48
Retail67
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,638
53% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Jacksonport is $23,600, 92% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $563 (52% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$23,600
92% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$563
52% below US avg
Rent Burden9.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied68.9%
Housing Units60
Median Year Built1988

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,638
53% below US avg
Effective Rate6.94%
In Jacksonport, 41.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.8% of residents lack health insurance. 21.7% are current smokers. 27.8% report depression. 36.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.2%
28% above US avg
Diabetes12.5%
Heart Disease7.9%
High Blood Pressure39.0%
Asthma10.4%
COPD10.0%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.7%
55% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity36.6%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress21.7%
Physical Distress17.3%
Short Sleep39.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured13.8%
60% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.5%
Dental Visits47.0%
Premature Death14,435/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.3/10
Exercise Access62.0%
Healthcare Facilities48
Jacksonport has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.2 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.1°F
11% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.2 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall2.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation223 ft (68 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density282/sq mi
Coordinates35.6422°N, 91.3079°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05067
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.7-point margin. 61.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.5%
D 24.8%

Winner: Republican by 48.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.4%
54% below US avg
High School+75.8%
Graduate Degree+4.1%
School Test Score4.91
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density282/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access61.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities48
Restaurants23
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Drive Alone87.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home12.8%

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