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Madison, AR

Arkansas · St. Francis County

Madison is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 574. Residents earn $60,809 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.1 /5.0
B Good
574 Population 231/sq mi density
$60,809 Median Income $31,211 per capita
$57,200 Home Value $68,743 Zillow
$845 Median Rent 20.3% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
438 Violent Crime/100K 730 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$60,809 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$57,200 home value, $845/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
438 violent crimes/100K (15% above avg)
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $60,809
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $57,200
80% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 438/100K
15% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.0%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $845
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.6%
45% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.3%
49% lower than US avg

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

People

Population574
Median Age54.0 yrs
Density231/mi²
Male / Female54% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 16%
Veterans14.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$60,809
Per Capita$31,211
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty6.3%
County GDP$943M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$57,200
Rent$845
Ownership70.0%
Zillow$68,743
Housing Units454
Rent Burden20.3%

Crime

F
Violent438/100K
Property730/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault292/100K
Burglary292/100K

Health

Obesity46.6%
Uninsured12.2%
Smoking16.8%
Depression20.4%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.6 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation331 ft (101 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.0%
High School+84.6%
Graduate+7.4%
School Score5.12

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 49%
Commute23 min
Broadband80.6%
EV Stations8
Libraries1

Is Madison a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Madison receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Madison offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Madison is $60,809, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Madison is $57,200, 80% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $845 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 438 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 730 per 100,000, 63% below the national average.

Education

15.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Madison enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Madison has a population of 574 with a density of 231 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles. The median age is 54.0 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 46.5% female and 53.5% male. The city is predominantly Black (82.9%), with 15.7% White. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 14.8% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 19.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 97.7% have health insurance coverage.

Population

574
Total Population
231
People / sq mi
54.0yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.5%
Female 46.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Madison vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Madison vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Madison is $60,809, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,211 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $934, 35% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 585 business establishments, including 40 restaurants. The cost of living index is 86.9, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 3.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Madison vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,809
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,211
Avg Weekly Wage$934
IRS Avg AGI$44,263
Gini Index0.499 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.3%
49% below US avg
Establishments (County)585
County GDP$943M

Business (County)

Restaurants40
Healthcare68
Retail84
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,516
57% below US avg
Cost of Living86.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.65%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.3 min
Drive Alone93.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Madison is $57,200, 80% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $68,743, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $845 (27% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $1,115 for a one-bedroom to $1,347 for a two-bedroom apartment. 70.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 454 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1982. The average annual property tax is $1,516 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 20.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 0.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$57,200
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$68,743

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$845
27% below US avg
Rent Burden20.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,007
1 Bedroom$1,115
2 Bedrooms$1,347
3 Bedrooms$1,873
4 Bedrooms$2,213

Ownership & Property

Homeownership70.0%
Owner-Occupied70.0%
Renter-Occupied30.0%
Housing Units454
Median Year Built1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,516
57% below US avg
Effective Rate2.65%
In Madison, 46.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 15.1% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.2% of residents. 45.0% have high blood pressure. 16.8% are current smokers. 12.9% report binge drinking. 36.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 20.4% report depression. 19.3% experience frequent mental distress. 12.2% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,749. The dentist ratio is 1:2,245. 72.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 4.9 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.6%
45% above US avg
Diabetes15.1%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure45.0%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.1%
Cancer5.2%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.8%
20% above US avg
Binge Drinking12.9%
Physical Inactivity36.7%
Depression20.4%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress14.6%
Short Sleep48.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Uninsured12.2%
42% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,749
Dentists1:2,245
Mental Health1:270
Checkup Rate80.9%
Dental Visits44.8%
Premature Death15,430/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.9/10
Exercise Access72.5%
Healthcare Facilities68
Madison has a violent crime rate of 438 per 100,000 residents, 15% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 292.0 per 100,000, robbery at 146.0, rape at 0.0. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 730 per 100,000, 63% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 438, burglary at 292, vehicle theft at 0 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 9 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Madison receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent438.0/100K
15% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery146.0/100K
Assault292.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property729.9/100K
63% below US avg
Burglary292.0/100K
Theft438.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
Traffic Accidents1
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Madison enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.0 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 331 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average62.2°F
15% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation331 ft (101 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density231/sq mi
Coordinates35.0180°N, 90.7312°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountySt. Francis County County
Nearest AirportMemphis International (MEM)
43 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.6"
33% above US avg
Snowfall 2.0"
Wettest Month (May) 5.47"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.27"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score74.8 / 100
Social Vulnerability99.0 / 100
Community Resilience11.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively High
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Moderate
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively High
Heat Wave Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather Relatively Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively High
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

192 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M3.1 on Aug 1, 2025.

May 4, 2001 8 km NNW of Holland, Arkansas M4.3 144 km
May 1, 2005 5 km SSE of Manila, Arkansas M4.2 105 km
Feb 10, 2005 3 km NNW of Etowah, Arkansas M4.1 93 km
Apr 30, 2003 1 km N of Blytheville, Arkansas M4.0 127 km
Oct 29, 2012 8 km SW of Parkin, Arkansas M3.9 23 km
Sep 17, 1997 2 km E of Trumann, Arkansas M3.8 76 km
Nov 29, 1996 1 km W of Blytheville, Arkansas M3.8 124 km
Feb 23, 2013 7 km SW of Trumann, Arkansas M3.7 69 km
Oct 15, 2017 6 km SE of Manila, Arkansas M3.6 106 km
Apr 2, 2015 1 km WNW of Cooter, Missouri M3.6 141 km
Aug 20, 1994 4 km NE of Black Rock, Arkansas M3.5 128 km
Jan 8, 1993 6 km WSW of Gosnell, Arkansas M3.5 119 km
Aug 25, 2015 9 km W of Henning, Tennessee M3.5 119 km
Feb 26, 2011 5 km SSW of Guy, Arkansas M3.4 150 km
Aug 29, 1990 9 km WSW of Central, Tennessee M3.4 130 km
Feb 28, 2011 4 km S of Guy, Arkansas M3.4 149 km
Oct 5, 2011 5 km WSW of Quitman, Arkansas M3.3 145 km
Jan 20, 2010 4 km WNW of Lynn, Arkansas M3.3 123 km
Jun 26, 2010 10 km NW of Garner, Arkansas M3.3 106 km
Jul 17, 2013 7 km SW of Trumann, Arkansas M3.2 69 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

505 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 214 fatalities, 2,456 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Dec 10, 2021 EF4 87 km 8
Mar 1, 1997 EF4 97 km 0
Mar 15, 1984 EF4 68 km 5
May 26, 1973 EF4 65 km 3
May 15, 1968 EF4 97 km 7
May 15, 1968 EF4 89 km 35
Mar 21, 1952 EF4 97 km 16
Mar 21, 1952 EF4 91 km 50
Mar 21, 1952 EF4 51 km 4
Mar 21, 1952 EF4 47 km 29
Mar 31, 2023 EF3 28 km 4
Mar 31, 2023 EF3 95 km 1
Mar 28, 2020 EF3 88 km 0
Apr 30, 2010 EF3 68 km 0
May 10, 2008 EF3 98 km 0
May 2, 2008 EF3 30 km 0
Apr 2, 2006 EF3 37 km 0
May 4, 2003 EF3 66 km 0
Jan 21, 1999 EF3 86 km 0
Jan 21, 1999 EF3 95 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1811 AR: NE - NEW MADRID EARTHQUAKES Eruption + Earthquake — — 71 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Wildfire History

7 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (1,334 ac, 2006).

Year Name Acres Distance
2006 UNNAMED 1,334 46 km
2007 UNNAMED 1,194 75 km
2017 310 WEST OF COMO 745 82 km
2005 WAPANOCCA LAKE 725 58 km
1996 UNNAMED 647 88 km
2007 UNNAMED 627 70 km
2018 UNNAMED 599 38 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 3.5 in Coldest
February 43°F (6°C) 4.1 in
March 52°F (11°C) 5.1 in
April 61°F (16°C) 5.2 in
May 70°F (21°C) 5.5 in Wettest
June 77°F (25°C) 3.4 in
July 82°F (28°C) 3.3 in Warmest
August 79°F (26°C) 3.4 in
September 73°F (23°C) 3.6 in
October 62°F (17°C) 3.3 in Driest
November 51°F (11°C) 4.9 in
December 42°F (6°C) 5.3 in

Madison has a seasonal temperature swing of 42°F / from 40°F in January to 82°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.5") and October the driest (3.3").

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Madison is located in St. Francis County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 15.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 55% below the national average of 33.7%. 84.6% have completed high school. 7.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.1 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Democrat with 49.4% of the vote, a 0.7-point margin. 80.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 8 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 68 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 93% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.7%
D 49.4%

Winner: Democrat by 0.7 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
Traffic Accidents1
Avg Accident Severity2.0 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.0%
55% below US avg
High School+84.6%
Graduate Degree+7.4%
School Test Score5.12
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density231/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi
CountySt. Francis County County

Services

Broadband Access80.6%
Avg Download Speed18.2 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed1.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed500 Mbps
EV Charging Stations8
Alt Fuel Stations8
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities68
Restaurants40
Retail Stores84

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.3 min
Drive Alone93.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.3%
Average costs for common services in Madison. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $217 ($130–$348)
Specialist Visit $304 ($174–$478)
Urgent Care Visit $174 ($87–$304)
Emergency Room Visit $1,912 ($695–$4,345)
Dental Cleaning $113 ($65–$174)
Dental Filling $217 ($130–$348)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $39 ($22–$65)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $65 ($43–$104)
Brake Pad Replacement $261 ($130–$435)
Tire Rotation $35 ($17–$65)
New Tires (Set of 4) $521 ($348–$869)
Battery Replacement $174 ($87–$304)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $87 ($52–$130)
Electrician (Per Hour) $78 ($43–$122)
HVAC Repair $348 ($130–$695)
HVAC System Install $6,083 ($3,476–$10,428)
Roof Repair $869 ($348–$1,738)
Roof Replacement $7,821 ($4,780–$13,035)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,304 ($435–$3,042)
Divorce (Contested) $13,035 ($4,345–$26,070)
DUI Defense $4,345 ($1,738–$8,690)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,304 ($695–$2,607)
Will Preparation $435 ($174–$869)
Trust Preparation $2,173 ($869–$4,345)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13–$39)
Women's Haircut $48 ($26–$87)
Hair Coloring (Full) $130 ($65–$217)
Manicure $22 ($13–$39)
Pedicure $35 ($22–$56)
Massage (1 Hour) $70 ($43–$113)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.56 ($2.61–$4.78)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.04 ($2.17–$4.35)
Loaf of Bread $3.30 ($2.17–$4.78)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $3.91 ($2.61–$5.65)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.78 ($3.48–$6.52)
Rice (per lb) $0.87 ($0.52–$1.56)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $122 ($70–$217)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $61 ($26–$130)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $61 ($35–$104)
Internet (Monthly) $61 ($35–$87)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $56 ($26–$87)
Cable TV (Monthly) $74 ($43–$130)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $174 ($65–$435)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,738 ($1,043–$3,042)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $61 ($26–$113)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($6.95–$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $87 ($26–$217)
Driver's License Renewal $26 ($13–$65)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,043 ($521–$2,173)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $869 ($435–$1,738)
After-School Care (Monthly) $348 ($174–$608)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $43 ($22–$87)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $869 ($348–$2,173)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $10,863 ($4,345–$26,070)
View all 8 services

Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $52 ($26–$87)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $87 ($43–$174)
Dog Grooming $52 ($26–$87)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $35 ($17–$65)
Dog Spay/Neuter $261 ($130–$435)
Cat Spay/Neuter $174 ($87–$348)
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Top Industries in St. Francis County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Retail Trade 872 75 $29,912 1.30
Accommodation & Food Services 539 46 $18,145 0.88
Wholesale Trade 512 30 $59,734 1.93
Transportation & Warehousing 217 22 $53,333 0.76
Agriculture & Forestry 174 38 $47,381 3.20
Finance & Insurance 123 24 $44,436 0.45
Utilities 80 5 $88,887 3.13
Real Estate 69 23 $32,233 0.66
Other Services 58 22 $27,206 0.29
Information & Technology 37 5 $47,453 0.29
Arts & Entertainment 14 4 $45,702 0.12

Radio Stations near Madison

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

National Parks Near Madison

13 national parks and monuments found near Madison.

ParkTypeFee
Arkansas Post Museum State Park State Park Free
Fort Pillow State Park Free
George P. Cossar State Park State Park Free
Hampson- Archeological Museum State Park State Park Free
Herman Davis State Park State Park Free
Jacksonport State Park State Park Free
John W. Kyle State Park State Park Free
Lake Frierson State Park State Park Free
Lake Poinsett State Park State Park Free
Parkin Archeological State Park State Park Free
To Fuller State Park Free
TO Fuller State Park (2021 Addition) State Park Free
Village Creek State Park State Park Free

Trails Near Madison

7 trails found near Madison.

TrailMilesSurfaceHikeBikeHorse
LA PURCHASE BASELINE 1.0 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
LA PURCHASE BASELINE SPUR B 0.2 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
LA PURCHASE BASELINE SPUR A 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
HORNERS NECK 0.1 NATIVE MATERIAL Yes — —
LA PURCHASE BASELINE 0.1 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes — —
LA PURCHASE BASELINE 0.1 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes — —
LA PURCHASE BASELINE 0.1 IMPORTED COMPACTED MATERIAL Yes — —

Museums in Madison

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
CROSS COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION711 E UNION8702393815$69,132
MARIANNA LEE COUNTY MUSEUMGENERAL MUSEUM8702952469

Libraries in Madison

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
EAST CENTRAL ARKANSAS REGIONAL LIBRARY SYSTEM410 E. MERRIMAN AVE. E0.052,132
FORREST CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY421 SOUTH WASHINGTON STREET0.015,389

Farmers Markets in Madison

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Cross County Farmers Market705 E. Union Ave.05/14/2016 to 11/05/2016Tue: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM;Thu: 8:00 AM-5:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;
Forrest City Farmers MarketHighway 1

Cell Towers in Madison

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
1071 SFC 224TOWER98
1888 Highway 64 Spur (70736)GTOWER97
(Wynne site) 1890 Hwy 64 SpurTOWER96
1381 SFC 432 (70726)LTOWER81
(Midway Hicks Station) 12557 Highway 70ETOWER81
Near 1092 Lee Road (Hughes site)TOWER79

Bridges in Madison

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
CulvertConcrete19652735,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19651,02734,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19651,02734,000F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196525717,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196517117,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196525717,500F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete196517617,500G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19992353,100F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous20001791,300G
CulvertConcrete1971261,300G
Truss (Thru)Steel continuous19339211,300P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous2001118591G
Channel BeamConcrete198893591G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous1975732570F
CulvertConcrete201423406F
Channel BeamConcrete199793314F
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete1965226234G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous198565169P
Channel BeamConcrete198875108F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19916824P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel196620216F

Airports Near Madison

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Almyra Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Alos Field—Small Airport
Amos Airport—Small Airport
Angle Airport—Small Airport
Arnof Brothers Airport—Small Airport
Arnold Field—Small Airport
Aubrey Field—Small Airport
Aubrey Field Number 2—Small Airport
Barton Airport—Small Airport
Baseline Airport—Small Airport
Bell Flying Airport—Small Airport
Bernard Manor Airport—Small Airport
Blythe Bayou Farms Airport—Small Airport
Bobs Field—Small Airport
Bowman Airport—Small Airport
Breckenridge Airport—Small Airport
Buds Field—Small Airport
Burks Airport—Small Airport
Burnette Aviation Airport—Small Airport
Burns Aerodrome—Small Airport
Byers Airport—Small Airport
Carey Airport—Small Airport
Cartillar Flying Services Fisher Airport—Small Airport
Cartillar Flying Services Hickory Ridge Airport—Small Airport
Cartillar Flying Services Tilton Airport—Small Airport
Champion Flying Service Airport—Small Airport
Clarendon Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Cloar Airport—Small Airport
David Griffin Farms Airport—Small Airport
David Stanley Memorial Airport—Small Airport
Delta Airport—Small Airport
Delta Flying Service Inc Airport—Small Airport
Delta Regional Airport—Small Airport
Delta School Airstrip—Small Airport
EFS Airport—Small Airport
Falwell Base—Small Airport
Falwell Freeway Field—Small Airport
Falwell Railroad Field—Small Airport
Fletcher FieldCKMSmall Airport
Folden Aviation Services Airport—Small Airport
Forrest City Municipal AirportFCYSmall Airport
Frank Federer Memorial Airport—Small Airport
Frost Flying Inc Airport—Small Airport
Galloway Farms Airport—Small Airport
Gates Airport—Small Airport
Gaylons Airport—Small Airport
General Dewitt Spain Airport—Small Airport
Gibbons Airport—Small Airport
Girdley Flying Service Airport—Small Airport
Goads Field—Small Airport

Police Stations in Madison

10 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Arkansas State Police Troop D
Arkansas State Police Troop D
Colt Police Department
Cross County Sheriff's Office
Forrest City Police Department
Lee County Sheriff's Office
Madison Police Department
Palestine Police Department
Saint Francis County Sheriff's Office
Wynne Police Department

Grocery Stores in Madison

1 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
Madi Son Kwik StopConvenience Store300 S Fifth

Post Offices in Madison

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Madison Post Office

Treatment Centers in Madison

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
NE Arkansas Community MH Center - DBA Mid South Health SystemsBoth870-972-4000
Perimeter Behavioral of Forrest CityMental Health870-633-3200

DOL Wage Violations in Madison

1 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $562 in back wages owed to 4 employees.

1
Violations
$562
Back Wages Owed
4
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Madison Police Department — — 72359 — 1 $562 $140 4

Churches & Religious Organizations in Madison

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
CORNERSTONE M B CHURCHPO BOX 86

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Frequently Asked Questions About Madison

What is the population of Madison?

Madison has a population of 574 residents and is located in Arkansas. The population density is 231 people per square mile, spread across 1.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 54.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 46.5% female and 53.5% male.

Is Madison expensive to live in?

Madison is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 86.9 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $60,809, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $57,200 (80% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $845 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 0.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Madison safe?

The violent crime rate in Madison is 438 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 730 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Madison receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Madison?

Madison enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 82°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 50.6 inches, with 2.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Madison?

The job market in Madison is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $934. There are 585 business establishments in the area, including 40 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 23 minutes, and 3.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Madison?

The median home value in Madison is $57,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $68,743. For renters, the median monthly rent is $845. Fair market rent is $1,115 for a 1-bedroom and $1,347 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 70.0%. The average annual property tax is $1,516.

How are the schools in Madison?

Schools in Madison score 5.1 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 15.0% of adults in Madison hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.6% have completed high school. 7.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Madison?

The obesity rate in Madison is 46.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.8% of adults are smokers. 36.7% are physically inactive. 20.4% of residents report depression. 12.2% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 72.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,749.

What is transportation like in Madison?

The average commute in Madison is 23 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 93% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Madison?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Madison is 15.7% White, 82.9% Black or African American. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 14.8% of the population are military veterans. 19.4% of residents have a disability. 97.7% have health insurance coverage.

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