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Junction City, AR

Arkansas · Union County

Junction City is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 564. Residents earn $35,506 per year, which is 53% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.0 /5.0
B Good
564 Population 495/sq mi density
$35,506 Median Income $20,886 per capita
$110,400 Home Value $133,373 Zillow
$683 Median Rent 42.0% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
959 Violent Crime/100K 4,734 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$35,506 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$110,400 home value, $683/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
959 violent crimes/100K (152% above avg)
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $35,506
53% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,400
61% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 959/100K
152% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.2%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $683
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population564
Median Age40.1 yrs
Density495/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 40%
Veterans10.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$35,506
Per Capita$20,886
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$3,375M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,400
Rent$683
Ownership73.7%
Zillow$133,373
Housing Units291
Rent Burden42.0%

Crime

F
Violent959/100K
Property4,734/100K

Health

Obesity37.7%
Uninsured9.5%
Smoking15.1%
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain52.1 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation190 ft (58 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.2%
High School+75.4%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.75

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute19 min
Broadband75.1%
EV Stations4
Libraries6

Is Junction City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Junction City receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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 elevated crime rates, below-average incomes. Junction City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Junction City is $35,506, 53% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Junction City is $110,400, 61% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $683 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

With 959 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern / this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,734 per 100,000, 142% above the national average.

Education

18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Junction City enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Junction City has a population of 564 with a density of 495 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age is 40.1 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 52% female and 48% male. The city is predominantly Black (58.7%), with 40.2% White. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 10.5% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 23.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 94.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

564
Total Population
495
People / sq mi
40.1yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48%
Female 52%

Race & Ethnicity

Junction City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Junction City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Junction City is $35,506, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,886 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,186, 17% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,165 business establishments, including 76 restaurants. The cost of living index is 86.9, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 3.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Junction City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,506
53% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,886
Avg Weekly Wage$1,186
IRS Avg AGI$68,803
Gini Index0.488 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,165
County GDP$3,375M

Business (County)

Restaurants76
Healthcare119
Retail177
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,340
5% below US avg
Cost of Living86.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.2 min
Drive Alone94.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Junction City is $110,400, 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $133,373, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $683 (41% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $751 for a one-bedroom to $944 for a two-bedroom apartment. 73.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 291 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1978. The average annual property tax is $3,340. 42.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,400
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$133,373

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$683
41% below US avg
Rent Burden42.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership73.7%
Owner-Occupied73.7%
Renter-Occupied26.3%
Housing Units291
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,340
5% below US avg
Effective Rate3.03%
In Junction City, 37.7% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.7% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.0% of residents. 39.5% have high blood pressure. 15.1% are current smokers. 14.6% report binge drinking. 30.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 23.5% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.9% experience frequent mental distress. 9.5% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,597. The dentist ratio is 1:2,221. 50.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.4 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Junction City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure39.5%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.5%
Cancer6.3%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.1%
8% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.6%
Physical Inactivity30.1%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep40.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Uninsured9.5%
10% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,597
Dentists1:2,221
Mental Health1:505
Checkup Rate79.2%
Dental Visits56.8%
Premature Death15,152/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access50.4%
Healthcare Facilities119
Junction City has a violent crime rate of 959 per 100,000 residents, 152% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,734 per 100,000, 142% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 7 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Junction City receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent958.8/100K
152% above US avg

Property Crime

Total Property4,734.3/100K
142% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Junction City enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 304 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 190 feet.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.2°F
19% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation190 ft (58 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density495/sq mi
Coordinates33.0221°N, 92.7236°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyUnion County County
Nearest AirportSouth Arkansas Regional At Goodwin Field (ELD)
15 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 52.1"
37% above US avg
Wettest Month (May) 5.35"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.31"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

PM2.5 (Fine Particles)9.6 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score53.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability84.7 / 100
Community Resilience56.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Moderate
Hurricane Relatively Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Very High
Drought Relatively Low
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

23 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M3.5 on Jan 18, 2025.

Jan 27, 2024 4 km SSW of Hall Summit, Louisiana M3.6 113 km
Jan 18, 2025 0 km WSW of Mooringsport, Louisiana M3.5 122 km
Mar 16, 1997 6 km SSE of Amity, Arkansas M3.4 148 km
Apr 16, 2021 8 km WNW of Blanchard, Louisiana M3.2 127 km
Jun 10, 1994 4 km E of Junction City, Arkansas M3.2 5 km
Jan 6, 2025 4 km ESE of Mooringsport, Louisiana M3.0 118 km
Apr 1, 2021 7 km W of Blanchard, Louisiana M3.0 126 km
May 16, 2007 5 km SW of Calion, Arkansas M3.0 33 km
Mar 3, 2001 2 km SSE of El Dorado, Arkansas M3.0 20 km
Jan 9, 2024 1 km S of Edgefield, Louisiana M2.8 124 km
Jan 11, 2024 6 km SSW of Hall Summit, Louisiana M2.8 115 km
Dec 17, 2001 3 km WSW of El Dorado, Arkansas M2.8 20 km
Jan 9, 1997 6 km E of El Dorado, Arkansas M2.8 23 km
Feb 24, 2020 12 km ENE of Junction City, Arkansas M2.8 13 km
May 11, 2020 13 km SSE of El Dorado, Arkansas M2.8 14 km
Apr 26, 2024 8 km SSE of Doyline, Louisiana M2.7 88 km
Jan 19, 2024 7 km SW of Hall Summit, Louisiana M2.7 116 km
Jan 19, 2024 5 km NNE of Edgefield, Louisiana M2.7 117 km
Apr 23, 2024 3 km N of Ringgold, Louisiana M2.7 90 km
Dec 24, 1997 7 km W of El Dorado, Arkansas M2.6 20 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

2 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 3. Most recent: Laura (2020, Cat 3).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Laura Category 3 119 km
1992 Andrew Category 1 297 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

521 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 34 fatalities, 397 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Apr 1, 1983 EF4 78 km 2
Mar 28, 1975 EF4 81 km 7
Dec 19, 1957 EF4 61 km 2
Dec 13, 2022 EF3 37 km 0
Apr 12, 2020 EF3 80 km 0
Apr 12, 2020 EF3 74 km 0
Apr 25, 2019 EF3 57 km 2
Feb 24, 2007 EF3 1 km 0
Jan 12, 2005 EF3 1 km 2
Nov 24, 2001 EF3 83 km 3
May 4, 1999 EF3 53 km 0
Apr 3, 1999 EF3 58 km 0
Apr 3, 1999 EF3 26 km 0
Nov 3, 1992 EF3 73 km 0
Nov 9, 1984 EF3 88 km 0
Nov 19, 1983 EF3 23 km 0
Dec 3, 1982 EF3 59 km 0
Apr 25, 1982 EF3 75 km 0
Apr 8, 1979 EF3 83 km 0
Apr 8, 1979 EF3 84 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (4,134 ac, 2006).

Year Name Acres Distance
2006 UNNAMED 4,134 90 km
2022 CANEY C 11-14 2,323 23 km
2006 MOLLICY WARREN 2,175 69 km
2000 UNNAMED 2,042 66 km
2021 UNNAMED 1,756 60 km
1996 007 CORNEY LAKE BED 1,716 12 km
2014 UNNAMED 1,618 29 km
2018 C-25 26 27 1,565 59 km
2010 COMPARTMENT 5 PBURN 1,541 99 km
2018 MIDDLEFORK UNIT 1,514 29 km
2012 LACEY 1,439 91 km
2013 UNNAMED 1,312 99 km
2017 UNNAMED 1,199 60 km
2022 C-24 28 1,161 64 km
2020 C-5 1,158 99 km
2006 SHALLOW LAKE ROAD WEST 2 H 1,146 52 km
2013 SINGLETON CREEK 1,124 71 km
2007 BOULDIN HOUSE N 3F 1,061 51 km
2006 UNNAMED 1,057 61 km
2011 SHALLOW LAKE WEST 900 52 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 45°F (7°C) 4.5 in Coldest
February 48°F (9°C) 4.3 in
March 56°F (13°C) 5.0 in
April 63°F (17°C) 4.5 in
May 71°F (22°C) 5.4 in Wettest
June 78°F (25°C) 3.7 in
July 82°F (28°C) 4.2 in Warmest
August 81°F (27°C) 3.3 in Driest
September 75°F (24°C) 4.0 in
October 64°F (18°C) 3.5 in
November 53°F (12°C) 4.3 in
December 46°F (8°C) 4.6 in

Junction City has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 45°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 51.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.4") and August the driest (3.3").

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Junction City is located in Union County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, a smaller urban community. 18.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 46% below the national average of 33.7%. 75.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 4.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 66% of the vote, a 33.5-point margin. 75.1% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 4 EV charging stations. There are 6 public libraries serving the community. 119 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 94.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66%
D 32.5%

Winner: Republican by 33.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7
Avg Accident Severity0.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.2%
46% below US avg
High School+75.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.75
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density495/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi
CountyUnion County County

Services

Broadband Access75.1%
Avg Download Speed52.6 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed3.5 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations4
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities119
Restaurants76
Retail Stores177

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.2 min
Drive Alone94.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%
Average costs for common services in Junction City. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $217 ($130–$348)
Specialist Visit $304 ($174–$478)
Urgent Care Visit $174 ($87–$304)
Emergency Room Visit $1,912 ($695–$4,345)
Dental Cleaning $113 ($65–$174)
Dental Filling $217 ($130–$348)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $39 ($22–$65)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $65 ($43–$104)
Brake Pad Replacement $261 ($130–$435)
Tire Rotation $35 ($17–$65)
New Tires (Set of 4) $521 ($348–$869)
Battery Replacement $174 ($87–$304)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $87 ($52–$130)
Electrician (Per Hour) $78 ($43–$122)
HVAC Repair $348 ($130–$695)
HVAC System Install $6,083 ($3,476–$10,428)
Roof Repair $869 ($348–$1,738)
Roof Replacement $7,821 ($4,780–$13,035)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,304 ($435–$3,042)
Divorce (Contested) $13,035 ($4,345–$26,070)
DUI Defense $4,345 ($1,738–$8,690)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,304 ($695–$2,607)
Will Preparation $435 ($174–$869)
Trust Preparation $2,173 ($869–$4,345)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13–$39)
Women's Haircut $48 ($26–$87)
Hair Coloring (Full) $130 ($65–$217)
Manicure $22 ($13–$39)
Pedicure $35 ($22–$56)
Massage (1 Hour) $70 ($43–$113)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.56 ($2.61–$4.78)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.04 ($2.17–$4.35)
Loaf of Bread $3.30 ($2.17–$4.78)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $3.91 ($2.61–$5.65)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.78 ($3.48–$6.52)
Rice (per lb) $0.87 ($0.52–$1.56)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $122 ($70–$217)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $61 ($26–$130)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $61 ($35–$104)
Internet (Monthly) $61 ($35–$87)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $56 ($26–$87)
Cable TV (Monthly) $74 ($43–$130)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $174 ($65–$435)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,738 ($1,043–$3,042)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $61 ($26–$113)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($6.95–$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $87 ($26–$217)
Driver's License Renewal $26 ($13–$65)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,043 ($521–$2,173)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $869 ($435–$1,738)
After-School Care (Monthly) $348 ($174–$608)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $43 ($22–$87)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $869 ($348–$2,173)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $10,863 ($4,345–$26,070)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $52 ($26–$87)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $87 ($43–$174)
Dog Grooming $52 ($26–$87)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $35 ($17–$65)
Dog Spay/Neuter $261 ($130–$435)
Cat Spay/Neuter $174 ($87–$348)
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Top Industries in Union County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 2,792 49 $83,301 2.07
Retail Trade 2,022 173 $32,103 1.23
Health Care & Social Assistance 1,992 219 $45,673 0.84
Construction 1,366 70 $73,285 1.58
Accommodation & Food Services 1,189 83 $18,603 0.79
Administrative & Waste Services 1,060 48 $68,062 1.09
Transportation & Warehousing 706 48 $73,984 1.01
Wholesale Trade 510 62 $72,117 0.79
Other Services 413 89 $38,349 0.83
Finance & Insurance 403 63 $59,933 0.60
Mining & Oil/Gas 227 44 $57,998 3.65
Arts & Entertainment 183 10 $22,417 0.66
Utilities 147 7 $132,768 2.35
Real Estate 144 30 $51,132 0.56
Agriculture & Forestry 103 23 $57,719 0.77
Information & Technology 55 6 $53,130 0.18
Educational Services 22 4 $21,186 0.06

Schools in Junction City

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
JUNCTION CITY ELEM. SCHOOL Elementary 384 26 14.8:1
JUNCTION CITY HIGH SCHOOL High 318 40 8.0:1
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Radio Stations near Junction City

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
89.1 KLPI | Ruston's Rock Alternative alternative rock, indie rock MP3 128 kbps

National Parks Near Junction City

20 national parks and monuments found near Junction City.

ParkTypeFee
Big Cypress State Park State Park Free
C. Bickham Dickson Park - In Bossier Ph. State Park Free
Cane Creek State Park State Park Free
Caney Creek Lake State Park State Park Free
Chemin A Haut State Park State Park Free
Huey P Long Border Marker Park State Park Free
James T. Jordan Municipal Park State Park Free
Lake Bistineau State Park State Park Free
Lake Claiborne State Park State Park Free
Linville Roadside Park State Park Free
Logoly State Park State Park Free
Marks' Mills State Park State Park Free
Mccloy Park State Park Free
Moro Bay State Park State Park Free
New Lake D'arbonne State Park State Park Free
Old Lake D'arbonne State Park State Park Free
Poison Springs State Park State Park Free
President William Jefferson Clinton Birthplace Home National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Vardie Parsons Park State Park Free
White Oak Lake State Park State Park Free

Museums in Junction City

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
SOUTH ARKANSAS ARTS CENTERART MUSEUM8625474$1,417,396
BERNICE HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION3182852433
SOUTH ARKANSAS ARBORETUMARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER8708628131
UNION COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION200 E 5TH
UNION COUNTY SPORTS HALL OF FAMEGENERAL MUSEUM

Libraries in Junction City

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
BARTON LIBRARY200 EAST 5TH STREET0.070,412

Farmers Markets in Junction City

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Farmers Market at MAD105 East Locust05/05/2018 to 10/26/2019Wed: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;

Pharmacies in Junction City

1 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy Address Phone
JUNCTION CITY PHARMACY 119 NORTH MAIN STREET 870-924-4018

Cell Towers in Junction City

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
ROUTE 4 HIGHWAY 2 WEST (9163)LTOWER145
1765 GRAFTON XING ROAD (9216)GTOWER142
434 CR 404 (70898)GTOWER112
MARYSVILLE CELL SITETOWER100
201 N. Madison (EL DORADO CELL SITE)TOWER100
909 Charles (70932)GTOWER78

Fire Stations in Junction City

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Junction City Volunteer Fire Department100 S MainVolunteer318-986-4726
Three Creeks Volunteer Fire Department8700 Haynesville HWYVolunteer870-863-8535

Bridges in Junction City

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete1931335,263F
SlabConcrete19981205,263G
SlabConcrete19981505,263G
SlabConcrete19981505,263G
SlabConcrete19981805,263G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19871222,445G
SlabConcrete19791201,700G
SlabConcrete19791051,700G
Channel BeamConcrete2007381,200G
Tee BeamConcrete19991751,000G
Tee BeamConcrete19991051,000G
Tee BeamConcrete19992451,000G
CulvertConcrete193133660F
Tee BeamConcrete1999245660G
Channel BeamConcrete200050601G
Channel BeamConcrete200238601G
Channel BeamPrestressed concrete200250601G
Channel BeamConcrete200150601G
Channel BeamConcrete197795380G
Channel BeamConcrete1985248380F
Channel BeamConcrete200362380F
Channel BeamConcrete2001124380G
Channel BeamConcrete196038229G
Channel BeamConcrete196057229G
Channel BeamConcrete200235210G
Channel BeamConcrete199862202G
Channel BeamConcrete200138202F
Channel BeamConcrete200357200F
Channel BeamConcrete201825200G
Channel BeamConcrete200130170G
Channel BeamConcrete200162170G
Channel BeamConcrete200138170F
Channel BeamConcrete200260170F
Channel BeamConcrete1999155170G
Channel BeamConcrete202338170G
Channel BeamConcrete1999186170G
Channel BeamConcrete200250101F
Channel BeamConcrete200062101G
CulvertSteel19982172G
Channel BeamConcrete20023858G

Superfund Sites Near Junction City

7 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
COLUMBIAN CHEMICAL COMPANY713 INDUSTRIAL ROADUNION
COLUMBIAN CHEMICAL COMPANY713 INDUSTRIAL ROADUNION
COOPER-STANDARD AUTOMOTIVE166 COOPER DRIVEUNION
EL DORADO REFINERY1005 ROBERT E. LEE STREETUNION COUNTY
GEORGIA-PACIFIC SAWMILL5482 JUNCTION CITY HIGHWAY (167)UNION
ROSEBURG FOREST PRODUCTS CO. - EL DORADO MDF1165 DEL-TIN HIGHWAYUNION COUNTY
ROSEBURG FOREST PRODUCTS CO. - EL DORADO MDF1165 DEL-TIN HIGHWAYUNION COUNTY

Airports Near Junction City

20 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Monroe Regional AirportMLUMedium Airport
South Arkansas Regional Airport at Goodwin FieldELDMedium Airport
Arcadia Bienville Parish AirportSmall Airport
Cuba Farm AirportSmall Airport
El Dorado Downtown Airport-Stevens FieldSmall Airport
Hampton Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Harrell FieldCDHSmall Airport
Homer Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Huenefeld AirportSmall Airport
Loggy Bayou Plantation AirportSmall Airport
Magnolia Municipal Airport / Ralph C Weiser FieldAGOSmall Airport
Minden AirportSmall Airport
Morgan AirportSmall Airport
Reno Flight Park AirportSmall Airport
Ruston Regional AirportRSNSmall Airport
Sharp FieldSmall Airport
Springhill AirportSmall Airport
Stephens Ouachita County AirportSmall Airport
Union Parish AirportSmall Airport
Warren Municipal AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Junction City

2 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
El Dorado Police Department402 North West Avenue
Lillie Police Department

Grocery Stores in Junction City

2 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Dollar General 11868Other525 N Main St
Mc Donalds GroceryGrocery Store526 N Main St

Post Offices in Junction City

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Junction City Post Office

Treatment Centers in Junction City

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Guinn ClinicSubstance Abuse870-639-9322
South Arkansas Regional Health CenterBoth870-862-7921

DOL Wage Violations in Junction City

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $2,868 in back wages owed to 3 employees.

1
Violations
$2,868
Back Wages Owed
3
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Junction City School District 75 71749 1 $2,868 $956 3

Churches & Religious Organizations in Junction City

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CHRISTIAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCHPO BOX 472
NEW DIRECTION MINISTRIES CHURCH INC208 SECTIONLINE RD
SCOTLAND EVANGELICAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCHPO BOX 905
TRINITY CHAPEL ASSEMBLY OF GOD11714 HAYNESVILLE HWY

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Frequently Asked Questions About Junction City

What is the population of Junction City?

Junction City has a population of 564 residents and is located in Arkansas. The population density is 495 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.1 years. The population is 52% female and 48% male.

Is Junction City expensive to live in?

Junction City is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 86.9 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $35,506, 53% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $110,400 (61% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $683 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Junction City safe?

Public safety is a concern in Junction City, with a violent crime rate of 959 per 100,000 / significantly above the national average of 380. However, crime tends to concentrate in certain areas, and many neighborhoods remain relatively safe. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,734 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Junction City receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Junction City?

Junction City enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 45°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Junction City?

The job market in Junction City is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.1% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,186. There are 1,165 business establishments in the area, including 76 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 3.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Junction City?

The median home value in Junction City is $110,400. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $133,373. For renters, the median monthly rent is $683. Fair market rent is $751 for a 1-bedroom and $944 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 73.7%. The average annual property tax is $3,340.

How are the schools in Junction City?

Schools in Junction City have an average test score of 4.7 out of 10, below typical national benchmarks. Families may want to research individual school ratings. 18.2% of adults in Junction City hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.4% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Junction City?

The obesity rate in Junction City is 37.7% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 15.1% of adults are smokers. 30.1% are physically inactive. 23.5% of residents report depression. 9.5% lack health insurance. 50.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,597.

What is transportation like in Junction City?

The average commute in Junction City is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 94.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Junction City?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Junction City is 40.2% White, 58.7% Black or African American. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 10.5% of the population are military veterans. 23.2% of residents have a disability. 94.2% have health insurance coverage.

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