Jericho, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

Jericho is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 118. Residents earn $63,594 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
118 Population 381/sq mi density
$63,594 Median Income $31,057 per capita
$97,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$63,594 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$97,500 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,594
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $97,500
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.1%
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.6%
42% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.3%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population118
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density381/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 0%
Veterans87.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,594
Per Capita$31,057
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$2,345M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$97,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.4 in/yr
Elevation225 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.1%
High School+83.7%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 50%
Commute29 min
Broadband33.0%
Libraries8

Is Jericho a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jericho receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Jericho offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jericho is $63,594, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jericho is $97,500, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Jericho enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Jericho has a population of 118 with a density of 381 people per square mile. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (96.6%), with 3.4% Hispanic.

Population

118
Total Population
381
People / sq mi
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.8%
Female 60.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Jericho vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Jericho vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jericho is $63,594, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Jericho vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,594
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,057
Avg Weekly Wage$919
IRS Avg AGI$53,959

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.3%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,096
County GDP$2,345M

Business (County)

Restaurants113
Healthcare126
Retail145
Manufacturing33

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,342
33% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.8 min
Drive Alone51.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Jericho is $97,500, 65% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$97,500
65% 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-Occupied57.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,342
33% below US avg
Effective Rate2.40%
In Jericho, 45.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.4% report depression. 33.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.6%
42% above US avg
Diabetes13.4%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure42.8%
Asthma11.9%
COPD5.7%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.1%
Physical Inactivity33.1%
Depression20.4%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.6%
Checkup Rate78.3%
Premature Death17,011/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access78.8%
Healthcare Facilities126

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Safety Score

Jericho has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average62.6°F
16% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.4 inches
33% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation225 ft (69 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density381/sq mi
Coordinates35.2877°N, 90.2305°W
County FIPS05035
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 15.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 2.3-point margin. 33.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.9%
D 50.2%

Winner: Democrat by 2.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.1%
55% below US avg
High School+83.7%
School Test Score4.91
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density381/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access33.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities126
Restaurants113
Retail Stores145

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.8 min
Drive Alone51.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.1%

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