Lepanto, AR
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Lepanto, AR
At a Glance
How Lepanto Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Lepanto's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Lepanto a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Lepanto residents earn a median household income of $42,730 , which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,902. The unemployment rate stands at 7.5% (108% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,019 business establishments, including 88 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Lepanto is $66,900 , 76% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $112,341. Median rent is $613/month, with 28.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 86.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1975.
Safety & Crime
Lepanto reports 611 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 61% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 856/100K.
Education
8.4% of adults in Lepanto hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below the national average). 81.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Lepanto has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.2 inches.