Arkansas
Jasper is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 462. Residents earn $28,359 per year, which is 62% below the national average.
Based on current data, Jasper receives an overall livability score of 1.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Jasper faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.
The median household income in Jasper is $28,359, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. The poverty rate of 30.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Jasper is $185,100, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $665 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 6.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Jasper is below the national average at 222 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,000 per 100,000, near the national average.
4.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Jasper enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches, including 9.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $28,359 |
| 62% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $15,364 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $930 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,830 |
| Unemployment | 1.4% |
| 61% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 30.6% |
| 147% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 989 |
| County GDP | $1,934M |
| Restaurants | 77 |
| Healthcare | 136 |
| Retail | 155 |
| Manufacturing | 41 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,460 |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.33% |
| Commute Time | 18.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 47.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 17.2% |
| Census Median | $185,100 |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $233,434 |
| Census Median Rent | $665 |
| 43% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 33.9% |
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
| Owner-Occupied | 44.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,460 |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.33% |
| Obesity | 39.0% |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.3% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.0% |
| Asthma | 10.8% |
| COPD | 8.8% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.8% |
| Depression | 28.0% |
| Mental Distress | 21.1% |
| Physical Distress | 16.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 97.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.1% |
| Premature Death | 10,889/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 136 |
| Total Violent | 222.2/100K |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 222.2/100K |
| Total Property | 2,000.0/100K |
| 2% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 222.2/100K |
| Theft | 1,777.8/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 0.0/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 58.7°F |
| 9% above US avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 47.5 inches |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 9.5 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 866 ft (264 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 486/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.0121°N, 93.1875°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 05009 |
Winner: Republican by 65 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 4.0% |
| 88% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.0% |
| School Test Score | 4.91 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 486/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.0 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 50.8% |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 136 |
| Restaurants | 77 |
| Retail Stores | 155 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Avg Commute | 18.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 47.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 17.2% |