Lexa, AR

Arkansas

Lexa is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 133. Residents earn $45,804 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
133 Population 324/sq mi density
$45,804 Median Income $21,710 per capita
$84,400 Home Value $103,192 Zillow
$688 Median Rent 20.8% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$45,804 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,400 home value, $688/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,804
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $84,400
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.5%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent $688
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.4%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population133
Median Age49.9 yrs
Density324/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 52%
Veterans82.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$45,804
Per Capita$21,710
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$245M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,400
Rent$688
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$103,192
Rent Burden20.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain52.1 in/yr
Elevation207 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.5%
High School+71.6%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 50%
Commute17 min
Broadband53.0%
Libraries1

Is Lexa a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lexa receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Lexa offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lexa is $45,804, 39% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lexa is $84,400, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $688 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Lexa enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lexa has a population of 133 with a density of 324 people per square mile. The median age is 49.9 years, 28% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (51.9%), with 14.3% Black.

Population

133
Total Population
324
People / sq mi
49.9yrs
Median Age
28% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.9%
Female 42.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Lexa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.5%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.5%
51% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lexa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lexa is $45,804, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Lexa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,804
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,710
Avg Weekly Wage$846
IRS Avg AGI$49,070

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)212
County GDP$245M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare13
Retail19
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,200
66% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.4 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lexa is $84,400, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $688 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $103,192.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,400
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$103,192

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$688
41% below US avg
Rent Burden20.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,200
66% below US avg
Effective Rate1.42%
In Lexa, 44.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.4% report depression. 38.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.4%
38% above US avg
Diabetes14.4%
Heart Disease7.8%
High Blood Pressure44.0%
Asthma11.5%
COPD10.3%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.0%
Physical Inactivity38.5%
Depression27.4%
Mental Distress22.5%
Physical Distress18.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.4%
Checkup Rate77.5%
Premature Death18,152/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.8/10
Exercise Access52.3%
Healthcare Facilities13

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Lexa has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.1 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall1.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation207 ft (63 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density324/sq mi
Coordinates34.5982°N, 90.7519°W
County FIPS05077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 2.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 3.5-point margin. 53.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.9%
D 50.4%

Winner: Democrat by 3.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.5%
93% below US avg
High School+71.6%
School Test Score4.91
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density324/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access53.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants7
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.4 min
Drive Alone80.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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