Leola, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

Leola is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 497. Residents earn $43,750 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
497 Population 585/sq mi density
$43,750 Median Income $17,218 per capita
$51,800 Home Value $145,814 Zillow
$900 Median Rent 28.0% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$43,750 median income, 8.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$51,800 home value, $900/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,750
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $51,800
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.2%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.8%
144% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.8%
108% higher than US avg

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

People

Population497
Median Age29.4 yrs
Density585/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans7.6%

Economy

D
Median Income$43,750
Per Capita$17,218
Unemployment8.8%
Poverty25.8%
County GDP$668M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$51,800
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$145,814
Housing Units155
Rent Burden28.0%

Health

Obesity39.3%
Uninsured14.4%
Smoking16.8%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain57.8 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation269 ft (82 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.2%
High School+81.1%
Graduate+1.6%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute28 min
Broadband84.8%
Libraries1

Is Leola a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Leola receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Leola has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Leola is $43,750, 42% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.8%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 25.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Leola is $51,800, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Leola enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Leola has a population of 497 with a density of 585 people per square mile. The median age is 29.4 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.5%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 1.8% Black.

Population

497
Total Population
585
People / sq mi
29.4yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.8%
Female 37.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Leola vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only73.2%
7% below US avg
Spanish26.8%
100% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Leola vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Leola is $43,750, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 25.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Leola vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,750
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,218
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$67,457

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.8%
144% above US avg
Poverty Rate25.8%
108% above US avg
Establishments (County)354
County GDP$668M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare25
Retail54
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,107
40% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.4 min
Drive Alone90.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Leola is $51,800, 82% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $145,814.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$51,800
82% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$145,814

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% below US avg
Rent Burden28.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.4%
Housing Units155
Median Year Built1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,107
40% below US avg
Effective Rate4.07%
In Leola, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.4% of residents lack health insurance. 16.8% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 32.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure37.0%
Asthma9.9%
COPD7.5%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.8%
20% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity32.5%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress15.3%
Short Sleep40.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Uninsured14.4%
67% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.3%
Dental Visits51.9%
Premature Death11,188/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access35.1%
Healthcare Facilities25
Leola has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.8 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average61.9°F
15% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.8 inches
52% above US avg
Snowfall2.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation269 ft (82 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density585/sq mi
Coordinates34.1701°N, 92.5914°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05053
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 7.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.9-point margin. 84.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.6%
D 14.8%

Winner: Republican by 68.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.2%
79% below US avg
High School+81.1%
Graduate Degree+1.6%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density585/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.8%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants22
Retail Stores54

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.4 min
Drive Alone90.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

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