Mammoth Spring, AR

Arkansas

Mammoth Spring is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 871. Residents earn $30,800 per year, which is 59% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
871 Population 675/sq mi density
$30,800 Median Income $19,829 per capita
$99,400 Home Value $182,036 Zillow
$329 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
204 Violent Crime/100K 408 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$30,800 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$99,400 home value, $329/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
204 violent crimes/100K (46% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $30,800
59% lower than US avg
Home Value $99,400
65% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 204/100K
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.8%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $329
72% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.3%
56% higher than US avg

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

People

Population871
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density675/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

C+
Median Income$30,800
Per Capita$19,829
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty19.3%
County GDP$289M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$99,400
Rent$329
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$182,036

Crime

F
Violent204/100K
Property408/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault204/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.8%
Heart Disease7.7%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain48.8 in/yr
Elevation569 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.8%
High School+88.6%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute22 min
Libraries4

Is Mammoth Spring a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mammoth Spring receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Mammoth Spring has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mammoth Spring is $30,800, 59% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. The poverty rate of 19.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mammoth Spring is $99,400, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $329 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Mammoth Spring is below the national average at 204 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 408 per 100,000, 79% below the national average.

Education

17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Mammoth Spring enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Mammoth Spring has a population of 871 with a density of 675 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.7%), with 5.3% Hispanic.

Population

871
Total Population
675
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.7%
Female 54.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Mammoth Spring vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mammoth Spring vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mammoth Spring is $30,800, which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Mammoth Spring vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,800
59% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,829
Avg Weekly Wage$697
IRS Avg AGI$45,672

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.3%
56% above US avg
Establishments (County)264
County GDP$289M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare27
Retail47
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,820
48% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Work from Home14.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Mammoth Spring is $99,400, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $329 (72% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $182,036.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$99,400
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$182,036

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$329
72% 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-Occupied73.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,820
48% below US avg
Effective Rate1.83%
In Mammoth Spring, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.8% report depression. 34.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Mammoth Spring vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease7.7%
High Blood Pressure39.5%
Asthma11.3%
COPD10.3%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity34.5%
Depression29.8%
Mental Distress22.7%
Physical Distress17.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.4%
Checkup Rate76.5%
Premature Death13,165/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access65.9%
Healthcare Facilities27
Mammoth Spring has a violent crime rate of 204 per 100,000 residents, 46% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 408 per 100,000 (79% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent204.1/100K
46% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault204.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property408.2/100K
79% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft408.2/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Mammoth Spring has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

35°F Jan (2°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.4°F
6% above US avg
January Average35°F (2°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.8 inches
28% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation569 ft (173 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density675/sq mi
Coordinates36.4924°N, 91.5411°W
County FIPS29149
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 69.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.2%
D 15.1%

Winner: Republican by 69.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.8%
47% below US avg
High School+88.6%
School Test Score4.91
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density675/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities27
Restaurants14
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Work from Home14.5%

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