Lead Hill, AR

Arkansas

Lead Hill is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 283. Residents earn $60,625 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
283 Population 488/sq mi density
$60,625 Median Income $20,953 per capita
$103,800 Home Value
$879 Median Rent 31.5% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$60,625 median income, 10.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$103,800 home value, $879/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
3.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,625
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $103,800
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.1%
91% lower than US avg
Median Rent $879
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.2%
183% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population283
Median Age31.9 yrs
Density488/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans15.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$60,625
Per Capita$20,953
Unemployment10.2%
Poverty7.8%
County GDP$774M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$103,800
Rent$879
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden31.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Elevation694 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.1%
High School+86.2%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute28 min
Broadband93.0%
Libraries1

Is Lead Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lead Hill receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Lead Hill offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lead Hill is $60,625, 19% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.2%, unemployment is notably high. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lead Hill is $103,800, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $879 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Lead Hill enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches, including 8.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lead Hill has a population of 283 with a density of 488 people per square mile. The median age is 31.9 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.9%), with 2.8% Hispanic.

Population

283
Total Population
488
People / sq mi
31.9yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.1%
Female 51.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Lead Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lead Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lead Hill is $60,625, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Lead Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,625
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,953
Avg Weekly Wage$793
IRS Avg AGI$52,740

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.2%
183% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below US avg
Establishments (County)310
County GDP$774M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare25
Retail37
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,275
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.3 min
Drive Alone84.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Lead Hill is $103,800, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $879 (24% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,800
63% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$879
24% below US avg
Rent Burden31.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,275
35% below US avg
Effective Rate2.19%
In Lead Hill, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.3% report depression. 28.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Lead Hill vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure34.8%
Asthma10.5%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity28.3%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress15.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.3%
Checkup Rate75.9%
Premature Death11,365/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access30.8%
Healthcare Facilities25

Crime Rates: Lead Hill vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Lead Hill has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.4 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall8.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation694 ft (212 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density488/sq mi
Coordinates36.4136°N, 92.9072°W
County FIPS05089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 3.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.2-point margin. 93.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.4%
D 19.1%

Winner: Republican by 60.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.1%
91% below US avg
High School+86.2%
School Test Score4.91
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density488/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants30
Retail Stores37

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.3 min
Drive Alone84.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.2%

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