Mitchellville, AR

Arkansas

Mitchellville is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 240. Residents earn $29,398 per year, which is 61% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
240 Population 2,000/sq mi density
$29,398 Median Income $21,054 per capita
$65,000 Home Value
$486 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$29,398 median income, 5.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$65,000 home value, $486/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $29,398
61% lower than US avg
Home Value $65,000
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.5%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $486
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 52.2%
63% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
53% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.9%
12% higher than US avg

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

People

Population240
Median Age60.4 yrs
Density2,000/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 1%

Economy

C+
Median Income$29,398
Per Capita$21,054
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty13.9%
County GDP$380M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$65,000
Rent$486
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity52.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.2%
Heart Disease7.9%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain54.6 in/yr
Elevation162 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.5%
High School+72.8%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute15 min
Libraries1

Is Mitchellville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mitchellville receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Mitchellville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mitchellville is $29,398, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mitchellville is $65,000, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $486 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 72.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Mitchellville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Mitchellville has a population of 240 with a density of 2,000 people per square mile. The median age is 60.4 years, 55% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (99.2%).

Population

240
Total Population
2,000
People / sq mi
60.4yrs
Median Age
55% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.9%
Female 42.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Mitchellville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mitchellville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mitchellville is $29,398, which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Mitchellville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$29,398
61% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,054
Avg Weekly Wage$902
IRS Avg AGI$53,821

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.9%
12% above US avg
Establishments (County)233
County GDP$380M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare16
Retail25
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,336
62% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mitchellville is $65,000, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $486 (58% 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$486
58% 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-Occupied64.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,336
62% below US avg
Effective Rate2.06%
In Mitchellville, 52.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.2% report depression. 48.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity52.2%
63% above US avg
Diabetes20.9%
Heart Disease7.9%
High Blood Pressure52.4%
Asthma13.2%
COPD10.1%
Stroke6.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking9.6%
Physical Inactivity48.7%
Depression21.2%
Mental Distress22.9%
Physical Distress18.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.1%
Checkup Rate82.5%
Premature Death11,303/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.9/10
Exercise Access37.9%
Healthcare Facilities16

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Mitchellville has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.9°F
16% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.6 inches
44% above US avg
Snowfall0.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation162 ft (49 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density2,000/sq mi
Coordinates33.9053°N, 91.4984°W
County FIPS05079
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.2%
D 24.1%

Winner: Republican by 50.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.5%
45% below US avg
High School+72.8%
School Test Score4.91
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density2,000/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants14
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.2 min
Work from Home0.0%

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