Jerome, AR

Arkansas

Jerome is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 57. Residents earn $130,938 per year, which is 74% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
57 Population 317/sq mi density
$130,938 Median Income $32,765 per capita
$9,999 Home Value
65°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$130,938 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$9,999 home value
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $130,938
74% higher than US avg
Home Value $9,999
96% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.2%
64% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population57
Median Age41.4 yrs
Density317/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 56%
Veterans42.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$130,938
Per Capita$32,765
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$372M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$9,999
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain60.4 in/yr
Elevation130 ft (40 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.2%
High School+87.8%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 48% / D 51%
Commute30 min
Broadband20.0%
Libraries3

Is Jerome a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jerome receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing. Jerome offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jerome is $130,938, which is significantly higher than the national average — 74% above $75,149. This places Jerome among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jerome is $9,999, 96% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Jerome enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Jerome has a population of 57 with a density of 317 people per square mile. The median age is 41.4 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (56.1%).

Population

57
Total Population
317
People / sq mi
41.4yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Jerome vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.9%
12% above US avg
Spanish12.1%
10% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jerome vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jerome is $130,938, which is 74% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Jerome vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$130,938
74% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,765
Avg Weekly Wage$835
IRS Avg AGI$53,531

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)350
County GDP$372M

Business (County)

Restaurants15
Healthcare30
Retail44
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,067
41% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate20.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.4 min
Drive Alone58.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Jerome is $9,999, 96% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$9,999
96% 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-Occupied90.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,067
41% below US avg
Effective Rate20.67%
Jerome has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 60.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.5°F
19% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall60.4 inches
59% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation130 ft (40 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density317/sq mi
Coordinates33.3972°N, 91.4705°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05017
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 4-point margin. 20.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 47.5%
D 51.5%

Winner: Democrat by 4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.2%
64% below US avg
High School+87.8%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density317/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access20.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities30
Restaurants15
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.4 min
Drive Alone58.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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