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Knoxville, AR

Arkansas

Knoxville is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 621. Residents earn $46,806 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
621 Population 195/sq mi density
$46,806 Median Income $23,742 per capita
$99,500 Home Value $190,453 Zillow
$822 Median Rent 18.3% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 310 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$46,806 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$99,500 home value, $822/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,806
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $99,500
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.4%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $822
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.5%
1% higher than US avg

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

People

Population621
Median Age43.4 yrs
Density195/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans12.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,806
Per Capita$23,742
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$935M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$99,500
Rent$822
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$190,453
Housing Units338
Rent Burden18.3%

Health

Obesity35.8%
Uninsured12.0%
Smoking17.5%
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain49.5 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation382 ft (116 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.4%
High School+93.1%
Graduate+3.2%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute22 min
Broadband69.5%
Libraries1

Is Knoxville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Knoxville receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Knoxville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Knoxville is $46,806, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Knoxville is $99,500, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $822 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Knoxville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 310 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.

Knoxville has a population of 621 with a density of 195 people per square mile. The median age is 43.4 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.4%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

621
Total Population
195
People / sq mi
43.4yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
3.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Knoxville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only89.5%
14% above US avg
Spanish10.5%
22% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Knoxville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Knoxville is $46,806, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Knoxville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,806
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,742
Avg Weekly Wage$805
IRS Avg AGI$50,734

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.5%
1% above US avg
Establishments (County)495
County GDP$935M

Business (County)

Restaurants40
Healthcare55
Retail73
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,290
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Drive Alone85.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Knoxville is $99,500, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $822 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $190,453.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$99,500
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$190,453

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$822
29% below US avg
Rent Burden18.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.2%
Housing Units338
Median Year Built1987

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,290
35% below US avg
Effective Rate2.30%
In Knoxville, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.0% of residents lack health insurance. 17.5% are current smokers. 26.2% report depression. 32.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.8%
12% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure36.8%
Asthma10.2%
COPD7.9%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.5%
25% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity32.0%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress15.6%
Short Sleep40.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.6%
Uninsured12.0%
40% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.2%
Dental Visits50.7%
Premature Death11,849/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.5/10
Exercise Access50.3%
Healthcare Facilities55
Knoxville has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.5 inches. The area enjoys 310 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average61.8°F
14% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.5 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall3.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation382 ft (116 m)
Area3.2 sq mi (8.2 km²)
Population Density195/sq mi
Coordinates35.3775°N, 93.3618°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05071
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 9.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.4-point margin. 69.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.7%
D 23.3%

Winner: Republican by 51.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.4%
72% below US avg
High School+93.1%
Graduate Degree+3.2%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density195/sq mi
Total Area3.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.5%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities55
Restaurants40
Retail Stores73

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Drive Alone85.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

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