McNeil, AR

Arkansas

McNeil is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 406. Residents earn $34,792 per year, which is 54% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
406 Population 320/sq mi density
$34,792 Median Income $23,087 per capita
$65,000 Home Value
$513 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$34,792 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$65,000 home value, $513/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,792
54% lower than US avg
Home Value $65,000
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.4%
19% lower than US avg
Median Rent $513
56% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.6%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 29.2%
135% higher than US avg

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

People

Population406
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density320/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 49%

Economy

C+
Median Income$34,792
Per Capita$23,087
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty29.2%
County GDP$1,306M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$65,000
Rent$513
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.7%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain56.3 in/yr
Elevation328 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.4%
High School+95.8%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 31%
Commute17 min
Libraries2

Is McNeil a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in McNeil is $34,792, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 29.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in McNeil is $65,000, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $513 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

27.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

McNeil enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

McNeil has a population of 406 with a density of 320 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (48.5%), with 46.1% Black.

Population

406
Total Population
320
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

McNeil vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

McNeil vs U.S. Average

The median household income in McNeil is $34,792, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 29.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: McNeil vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,792
54% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,087
Avg Weekly Wage$946
IRS Avg AGI$59,810

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate29.2%
135% above US avg
Establishments (County)622
County GDP$1,306M

Business (County)

Restaurants44
Healthcare64
Retail98
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,383
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.0 min
Work from Home1.0%

Walkability

The median home value in McNeil is $65,000, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $513 (56% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$65,000
77% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$513
56% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,383
32% below US avg
Effective Rate3.67%
In McNeil, 41.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.7% report depression. 36.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.6%
30% above US avg
Diabetes14.1%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure43.4%
Asthma12.0%
COPD8.2%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking12.7%
Physical Inactivity36.0%
Depression23.7%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress15.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.8%
Checkup Rate80.8%
Premature Death13,622/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access52.0%
Healthcare Facilities64

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

McNeil has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.6°F
16% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.3 inches
48% above US avg
Snowfall1.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation328 ft (100 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density320/sq mi
Coordinates33.3479°N, 93.2084°W
County FIPS05027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 27.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.6%
D 31.1%

Winner: Republican by 36.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.4%
19% below US avg
High School+95.8%
School Test Score4.91
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density320/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities64
Restaurants44
Retail Stores98

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.0 min
Work from Home1.0%

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