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Letona, AR

Arkansas

Letona is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 201.

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
201 Population 515/sq mi density
$110,600 Home Value
$827 Median Rent 15.9% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $110,600
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.9%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $827
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.1%
6% higher than US avg

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

People

Population201
Median Age40.4 yrs
Density515/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans12.1%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$45,304
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty13.1%
County GDP$3,311M
Commute28 min

Housing

Home Value$110,600
Rent$827
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units95
Rent Burden15.9%

Health

Obesity39.2%
Uninsured10.7%
Smoking18.7%
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.8 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation275 ft (84 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.9%
High School+87.3%
Graduate+0.7%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute28 min
Broadband89.0%
Libraries9

Is Letona a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Letona receives an overall livability score of 1.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Letona faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. 13.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Letona is $110,600, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $827 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Letona enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Letona has a population of 201 with a density of 515 people per square mile. The median age is 40.4 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.5%), with 3% Hispanic.

Population

201
Total Population
515
People / sq mi
40.4yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Letona vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Letona vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Letona is N/A. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Letona vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$45,304
Avg Weekly Wage$886
IRS Avg AGI$62,886

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.1%
6% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,804
County GDP$3,311M

Business (County)

Restaurants158
Healthcare201
Retail309
Manufacturing60

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,110
40% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.6 min
Drive Alone70.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Letona is $110,600, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $827 (29% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,600
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$827
29% below US avg
Rent Burden15.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.3%
Housing Units95
Median Year Built1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,110
40% below US avg
Effective Rate1.91%
In Letona, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.7% of residents lack health insurance. 18.7% are current smokers. 27.8% report depression. 30.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure36.3%
Asthma11.1%
COPD8.4%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.7%
34% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity30.8%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress15.6%
Short Sleep39.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Uninsured10.7%
24% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.7%
Dental Visits52.4%
Premature Death11,839/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access43.5%
Healthcare Facilities201
Letona has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.8 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average61.8°F
14% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.8 inches
36% above US avg
Snowfall1.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation275 ft (84 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density515/sq mi
Coordinates35.3635°N, 91.8295°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05145
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.2-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.5%
D 18.3%

Winner: Republican by 61.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.9%
71% below US avg
High School+87.3%
Graduate Degree+0.7%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density515/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.0%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities201
Restaurants158
Retail Stores309

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.6 min
Drive Alone70.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.9%

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