Louann, AR

Arkansas

Louann is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 141. Residents earn $31,667 per year, which is 58% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
141 Population 588/sq mi density
$31,667 Median Income $17,589 per capita
$54,600 Home Value
$775 Median Rent 33.5% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$31,667 median income, 8.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$54,600 home value, $775/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,667
58% lower than US avg
Home Value $54,600
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.2%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.3%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.0%
122% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.5%
81% higher than US avg

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

People

Population141
Median Age29.8 yrs
Density588/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 39%
Veterans2.8%

Economy

D
Median Income$31,667
Per Capita$17,589
Unemployment8.0%
Poverty22.5%
County GDP$863M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$54,600
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units98
Rent Burden33.5%

Health

Obesity42.3%
Uninsured11.3%
Smoking20.2%
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain52.1 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation137 ft (42 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.2%
High School+80.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 40%
Commute24 min
Broadband56.0%
Libraries2

Is Louann a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Louann receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Louann offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Louann is $31,667, 58% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 22.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Louann is $54,600, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Louann enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Louann has a population of 141 with a density of 588 people per square mile. The median age is 29.8 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (61%), with 39% White.

Population

141
Total Population
588
People / sq mi
29.8yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.4%
Female 59.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Louann vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Louann vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Louann is $31,667, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Louann vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,667
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,589
Avg Weekly Wage$929
IRS Avg AGI$57,734

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.0%
122% above US avg
Poverty Rate22.5%
81% above US avg
Establishments (County)568
County GDP$863M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare61
Retail86
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,769
49% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Drive Alone82.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Louann is $54,600, 81% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$54,600
81% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below US avg
Rent Burden33.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied48.2%
Housing Units98
Median Year Built1983

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,769
49% below US avg
Effective Rate3.24%
In Louann, 42.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.3% of residents lack health insurance. 20.2% are current smokers. 27.3% report depression. 35.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.3%
32% above US avg
Diabetes13.4%
Heart Disease7.6%
High Blood Pressure41.3%
Asthma11.4%
COPD8.9%
Cancer6.5%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.2%
44% above US avg
Binge Drinking14.8%
Physical Inactivity35.1%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress22.4%
Physical Distress16.6%
Short Sleep41.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.8%
Uninsured11.3%
31% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.8%
Dental Visits51.2%
Premature Death14,753/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.5/10
Exercise Access38.9%
Healthcare Facilities61
Louann has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.1 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.2°F
19% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.1 inches
37% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation137 ft (42 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density588/sq mi
Coordinates33.3915°N, 92.7922°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05103
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 16.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 19.1-point margin. 56.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.6%
D 39.6%

Winner: Republican by 19.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.2%
52% below US avg
High School+80.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.91
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density588/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access56.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities61
Restaurants38
Retail Stores86

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Drive Alone82.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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