Keo, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

Keo is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 313. Residents earn $39,375 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
313 Population 64/sq mi density
$39,375 Median Income $26,369 per capita
$905 Median Rent 35.3% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$39,375 median income, 4.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
4.0 / 5.0
$905/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,375
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.6%
15% lower than US avg
Median Rent $905
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.2%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

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

People

Population313
Median Age46.9 yrs
Density64/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 50%
Veterans16.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$39,375
Per Capita$26,369
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$41,430M
Commute51 min

Housing

B+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$905
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units121
Rent Burden35.3%

Health

Obesity41.2%
Uninsured14.0%
Smoking22.6%
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.4 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation228 ft (69 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.6%
High School+93.8%
Graduate+5.5%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 60%
Commute51 min
Broadband86.1%
Libraries15

Is Keo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Keo receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Keo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Keo is $39,375, 48% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 51 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $905 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

28.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Keo enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Keo has a population of 313 with a density of 64 people per square mile. The median age is 46.9 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (49.5%), with 37.4% Black.

Population

313
Total Population
64
People / sq mi
46.9yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
4.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

Keo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.1%
7% above US avg
Spanish15.9%
19% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Keo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Keo is $39,375, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 51 minutes.

Income: Keo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,375
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,369
Avg Weekly Wage$1,221
IRS Avg AGI$83,505

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,314
County GDP$41,430M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,081
Healthcare1,600
Retail1,682
Manufacturing280

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,573
31% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time51.4 min
Drive Alone52.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.3%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $905 (22% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$905
22% below US avg
Rent Burden35.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied48.4%
Housing Units121
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,573
31% above US avg
In Keo, 41.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.0% of residents lack health insurance. 22.6% are current smokers. 26.9% report depression. 39.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.2%
28% above US avg
Diabetes13.7%
Heart Disease7.8%
High Blood Pressure42.8%
Asthma11.2%
COPD10.3%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.6%
61% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity39.2%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress22.0%
Physical Distress18.1%
Short Sleep42.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.7%
Uninsured14.0%
63% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.0%
Dental Visits44.7%
Premature Death12,283/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access85.0%
Healthcare Facilities1,600
Keo has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.4 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.7°F
14% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.4 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall3.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation228 ft (69 m)
Area4.9 sq mi (12.7 km²)
Population Density64/sq mi
Coordinates34.6093°N, 92.0116°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05119
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 28.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 22.1-point margin. 86.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.7%
D 59.8%

Winner: Democrat by 22.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.6%
15% below US avg
High School+93.8%
Graduate Degree+5.5%
School Test Score4.91
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density64/sq mi
Total Area4.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.1%
Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities1,600
Restaurants1,081
Retail Stores1,682

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)83

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute51.4 min
Drive Alone52.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.3%

Nearby Cities

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