Median Income $77,955

4% higher than US avg

Home Value $111,200

61% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 35.6%

6% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.3%

16% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.6%

83% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 2.6%

79% lower than US avg

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

People

Population582

Median Age47.2 yrs

Density40/mi²

Male / Female47% / 53%

Largest GroupWhite 98%

Veterans7.5%

Economy

A+

Median Income$77,955

Per Capita$29,958

Unemployment0.6%

Poverty2.6%

County GDP$401M

Commute33 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$111,200

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units306

Health

Obesity37.3%

Uninsured11.5%

Smoking18.0%

Depression27.8%

Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain58.4 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation662 ft (202 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+35.6%

High School+89.1%

Graduate+15.2%

School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 86% / D 13%

Commute33 min

Broadband92.8%

Libraries3

Is Kirby a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kirby receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Kirby stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kirby is $77,955, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kirby is $111,200, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Kirby enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 58.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Kirby has a population of 582 with a density of 40 people per square mile. The median age is 47.2 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.1%), with 1.9% Hispanic.

Population

582

Total Population

People / sq mi

47.2yrs

Median Age

21% above US avg

14.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%

Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Kirby 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

Kirby vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kirby is $77,955, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Kirby vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$77,955
	4% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$29,958
Avg Weekly Wage	$801
IRS Avg AGI	$51,311

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.6%
	83% below US avg
Poverty Rate	2.6%
	79% below US avg
Establishments (County)	269
County GDP	$401M

Business (County)

Restaurants	20
Healthcare	26
Retail	37
Manufacturing	16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$1,763
	50% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	1.59%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	33.0 min
Drive Alone	79.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kirby is $111,200, 61% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$111,200
	61% 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-Occupied	85.1%
Housing Units	306
Median Year Built	1990

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$1,763
	50% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.59%

In Kirby, 37.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.5% of residents lack health insurance. 18.0% are current smokers. 27.8% report depression. 31.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.3%
	16% above US avg
Diabetes	10.7%
Heart Disease	6.8%
High Blood Pressure	37.1%
Asthma	10.6%
COPD	8.4%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.0%
	29% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.0%
Physical Inactivity	31.3%
Depression	27.8%
Mental Distress	20.7%
Physical Distress	15.8%
Short Sleep	40.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	95.7%
Uninsured	11.5%
	34% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.9%
Dental Visits	54.1%
Premature Death	13,905/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.1/10
Exercise Access	35.3%
Healthcare Facilities	26

Kirby has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.4 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	60.1°F
	11% above US avg
January Average	40°F (4°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	58.4 inches
	54% above US avg
Snowfall	1.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	662 ft (202 m)
Area	14.5 sq mi (37.5 km²)
Population Density	40/sq mi
Coordinates	34.2543°N, 93.6549°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	05109

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 35.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (6% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 73.1-point margin. 92.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 86%

D 12.9%

Winner: Republican by 73.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	35.6%
	6% above US avg
High School+	89.1%
Graduate Degree+	15.2%
School Test Score	4.91

B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	40/sq mi
Total Area	14.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	92.8%
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	26
Restaurants	20
Retail Stores	37

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	33.0 min
Drive Alone	79.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Kirby, AR

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Kirby a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Kirby vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Kirby vs U.S. Average

Income: Kirby vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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