Median Income $95,508

27% higher than US avg

Home Value $9,999

96% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 2.0%

94% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.6%

23% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 11.8%

5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population177

Median Age49.1 yrs

Density421/mi²

Male / Female31% / 70%

Largest GroupWhite 94%

Veterans37.1%

Economy

A+

Median Income$95,508

Per Capita$45,027

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty11.8%

County GDP$476M

Commute17 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$9,999

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units147

Health

Obesity39.6%

Uninsured11.7%

Smoking19.6%

Depression29.8%

Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain49.5 in/yr

Sunny Days305/yr

Elevation281 ft (86 m)

Education

Bachelor's+2.0%

High School+77.6%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%

Commute17 min

Broadband94.2%

Libraries3

Is Knobel a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Knobel receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Knobel offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Knobel is $95,508, 27% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Knobel 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

2.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Knobel enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Knobel has a population of 177 with a density of 421 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.8%), with 2.8% Hispanic.

Population

177

Total Population

421

People / sq mi

49.1yrs

Median Age

26% above US avg

0.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 30.5%

Female 69.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Knobel 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

Knobel vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Knobel is $95,508, which is 27% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Knobel vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$95,508
	27% above US avg
Per Capita Income	$45,027
Avg Weekly Wage	$810
IRS Avg AGI	$51,642

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	11.8%
	5% below US avg
Establishments (County)	352
County GDP	$476M

Business (County)

Restaurants	22
Healthcare	35
Retail	46
Manufacturing	11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$1,788
	49% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	17.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	17.0 min
Drive Alone	87.1%
Public Transit	3.5%
Work from Home	6.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Knobel 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-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	147
Median Year Built	2001

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$1,788
	49% below US avg
Effective Rate	17.88%

In Knobel, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.7% of residents lack health insurance. 19.6% are current smokers. 29.8% report depression. 34.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.6%
	23% above US avg
Diabetes	10.6%
Heart Disease	6.6%
High Blood Pressure	35.9%
Asthma	11.1%
COPD	8.8%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	19.6%
	40% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.0%
Physical Inactivity	34.0%
Depression	29.8%
Mental Distress	22.3%
Physical Distress	16.3%
Short Sleep	37.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	81.7%
Uninsured	11.7%
	36% above US avg
Checkup Rate	74.9%
Dental Visits	53.8%
Premature Death	10,838/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.2/10
Exercise Access	60.9%
Healthcare Facilities	35

Knobel has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.5 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	59.5°F
	10% above US avg
January Average	36°F (2°C)
July Average	80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	49.5 inches
	30% above US avg
Snowfall	4.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	281 ft (86 m)
Area	0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density	421/sq mi
Coordinates	36.3200°N, 90.6023°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	05021

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 2.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (94% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.6-point margin. 94.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.9%

D 18.3%

Winner: Republican by 61.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	2.0%
	94% below US avg
High School+	77.6%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	4.91

F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	421/sq mi
Total Area	0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	94.2%
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	35
Restaurants	22
Retail Stores	46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	17.0 min
Drive Alone	87.1%
Public Transit	3.5%
Work from Home	6.0%

Knobel, AR

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Knobel a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Knobel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Knobel vs U.S. Average

Income: Knobel 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: Knobel 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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