Lockesburg, AR

Arkansas

Lockesburg is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 772. Residents earn $58,313 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
772 Population 222/sq mi density
$58,313 Median Income $22,992 per capita
$116,300 Home Value
$789 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$58,313 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$116,300 home value, $789/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
10.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,313
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $116,300
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.8%
68% lower than US avg
Median Rent $789
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.3%
80% higher than US avg

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

People

Population772
Median Age26.5 yrs
Density222/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

B
Median Income$58,313
Per Capita$22,992
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty22.3%
County GDP$758M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$116,300
Rent$789
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain53.2 in/yr
Elevation379 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.8%
High School+83.7%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute30 min
Libraries5

Is Lockesburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lockesburg receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Lockesburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lockesburg is $58,313, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. The poverty rate of 22.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lockesburg is $116,300, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $789 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Lockesburg enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lockesburg has a population of 772 with a density of 222 people per square mile. The median age is 26.5 years, 32% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 5.2% Black.

Population

772
Total Population
222
People / sq mi
26.5yrs
Median Age
32% below US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.2%
Female 58.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Lockesburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lockesburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lockesburg is $58,313, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Lockesburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,313
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,992
Avg Weekly Wage$834
IRS Avg AGI$48,878

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.3%
80% above US avg
Establishments (County)320
County GDP$758M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare37
Retail53
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,531
56% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.32%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.1 min
Work from Home9.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Lockesburg is $116,300, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $789 (32% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$116,300
59% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$789
32% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,531
56% below US avg
Effective Rate1.32%
In Lockesburg, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.5% report depression. 34.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes11.8%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure36.9%
Asthma10.7%
COPD8.6%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity34.6%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress16.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.8%
Checkup Rate76.2%
Premature Death11,822/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.7/10
Exercise Access37.6%
Healthcare Facilities37

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Lockesburg has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average62.9°F
16% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.2 inches
40% above US avg
Snowfall1.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation379 ft (116 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²)
Population Density222/sq mi
Coordinates33.9729°N, 94.1796°W
County FIPS05133
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80%
D 18.3%

Winner: Republican by 61.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.8%
68% below US avg
High School+83.7%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density222/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants25
Retail Stores53

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.1 min
Work from Home9.0%

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