McDougal, AR

Arkansas

McDougal is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 105.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
105 Population 284/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $32,848 per capita
$74,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $74,300
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.4%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.0%
76% lower than US avg

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

People

Population105
Median Age62.4 yrs
Density284/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans85.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$32,848
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty3.0%
County GDP$476M
Commute26 min

Housing

Home Value$74,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI43 (Good)
Elevation300 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+65.4%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute26 min
Broadband43.0%
Libraries3

Is McDougal a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, McDougal receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. McDougal offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McDougal is $74,300, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

McDougal enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

McDougal has a population of 105 with a density of 284 people per square mile. The median age is 62.4 years, 60% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99%).

Population

105
Total Population
284
People / sq mi
62.4yrs
Median Age
60% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.8%
Female 55.2%

Race & Ethnicity

McDougal vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

McDougal vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McDougal is N/A. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: McDougal vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$32,848
Avg Weekly Wage$810
IRS Avg AGI$51,642

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.0%
76% below US avg
Establishments (County)352
County GDP$476M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare35
Retail46
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,788
49% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.9 min
Drive Alone86.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in McDougal is $74,300, 74% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$74,300
74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,788
49% below US avg
Effective Rate2.41%
In McDougal, 39.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.9% report depression. 33.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.4%
23% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure36.3%
Asthma10.3%
COPD8.5%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity33.5%
Depression27.9%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.8%
Checkup Rate74.9%
Premature Death10,838/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access60.9%
Healthcare Facilities35

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

McDougal has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average59.5°F
10% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation300 ft (91 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density284/sq mi
Coordinates36.4365°N, 90.3907°W
County FIPS05021
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.6-point margin. 43.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.9%
D 18.3%

Winner: Republican by 61.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+65.4%
School Test Score4.91
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density284/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access43.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants22
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.9 min
Drive Alone86.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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