Joiner, AR

Arkansas

Joiner is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 438. Residents earn $25,688 per year, which is 66% below the national average.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
438 Population 706/sq mi density
$25,688 Median Income $16,243 per capita
$50,000 Home Value
$596 Median Rent 36.4% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Economy
1.1 / 5.0
$25,688 median income, 11.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$50,000 home value, $596/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $25,688
66% lower than US avg
Home Value $50,000
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.2%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $596
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 52.8%
64% higher than US avg
Unemployment 11.6%
222% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 46.9%
278% higher than US avg

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

People

Population438
Median Age27.4 yrs
Density706/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 15%
Veterans3.3%

Economy

F
Median Income$25,688
Per Capita$16,243
Unemployment11.6%
Poverty46.9%
County GDP$4,152M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$50,000
Rent$596
Ownership51.4%
Rent Burden36.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity52.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain52.2 in/yr
Elevation230 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.2%
High School+91.5%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute19 min
Broadband80.3%
Libraries6

Is Joiner a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Joiner receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Joiner has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Joiner is $25,688, 66% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.6%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 46.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Joiner is $50,000, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $596 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Joiner enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Joiner has a population of 438 with a density of 706 people per square mile. The median age is 27.4 years, 30% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (82.9%), with 14.8% White.

Population

438
Total Population
706
People / sq mi
27.4yrs
Median Age
30% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.8%
Female 42.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Joiner vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Joiner vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Joiner is $25,688, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 46.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Joiner vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$25,688
66% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,243
Avg Weekly Wage$1,396
IRS Avg AGI$56,492

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment11.6%
222% above US avg
Poverty Rate46.9%
278% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,019
County GDP$4,152M

Business (County)

Restaurants88
Healthcare106
Retail137
Manufacturing48

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,533
56% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.2 min
Drive Alone75.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Joiner is $50,000, 82% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $596 (49% below US avg). 51.4% of homes are owner-occupied.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$50,000
82% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$596
49% below US avg
Rent Burden36.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership51.4%
Owner-Occupied51.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,533
56% below US avg
Effective Rate3.07%
In Joiner, 52.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.8% report depression. 42.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity52.8%
64% above US avg
Diabetes17.5%
Heart Disease7.9%
High Blood Pressure49.9%
Asthma12.3%
COPD10.5%
Stroke5.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking11.9%
Physical Inactivity42.9%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress22.8%
Physical Distress18.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.2%
Checkup Rate80.5%
Premature Death18,348/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access73.9%
Healthcare Facilities106

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Joiner has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average61.6°F
14% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.2 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall1.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation230 ft (70 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density706/sq mi
Coordinates35.5074°N, 90.1507°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05093
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.6-point margin. 80.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65%
D 33.4%

Winner: Republican by 31.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.2%
73% below US avg
High School+91.5%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density706/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.3%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities106
Restaurants88
Retail Stores137

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.2 min
Drive Alone75.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.9%

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