Lynn, AR

Arkansas

Lynn is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 184. Residents earn $50,250 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
184 Population 80/sq mi density
$50,250 Median Income $29,822 per capita
$90,800 Home Value
$938 Median Rent 23.8% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$50,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,800 home value, $938/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,250
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,800
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.3%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $938
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.8%
53% lower than US avg

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

People

Population184
Median Age48.9 yrs
Density80/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans2.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$50,250
Per Capita$29,822
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.8%
County GDP$559M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,800
Rent$938
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden23.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.5 in/yr
Elevation341 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.3%
High School+92.7%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute31 min
Broadband93.0%
Libraries3

Is Lynn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lynn receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Lynn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lynn is $50,250, 33% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lynn is $90,800, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $938 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

5.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Lynn enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Lynn has a population of 184 with a density of 80 people per square mile. The median age is 48.9 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.5%).

Population

184
Total Population
80
People / sq mi
48.9yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Lynn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Lynn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lynn is $50,250, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Lynn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,250
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,822
Avg Weekly Wage$834
IRS Avg AGI$52,419

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.8%
53% below US avg
Establishments (County)397
County GDP$559M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare30
Retail56
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,527
56% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.9 min
Drive Alone91.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Lynn is $90,800, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $938 (19% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,800
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$938
19% below US avg
Rent Burden23.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,527
56% below US avg
Effective Rate1.68%
In Lynn, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.2% report depression. 33.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.9%
34% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure38.0%
Asthma10.8%
COPD9.2%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity33.0%
Depression28.2%
Mental Distress21.5%
Physical Distress16.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.5%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death14,246/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.2/10
Exercise Access35.1%
Healthcare Facilities30

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Lynn has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average58.9°F
9% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.5 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall3.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation341 ft (104 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²)
Population Density80/sq mi
Coordinates36.0043°N, 91.2520°W
County FIPS05075
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 5.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64-point margin. 93.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81%
D 17%

Winner: Republican by 64 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.3%
84% below US avg
High School+92.7%
School Test Score4.91
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density80/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities30
Restaurants30
Retail Stores56

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.9 min
Drive Alone91.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.8%

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