Moorefield, AR

Arkansas

Moorefield is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 115. Residents earn $65,833 per year, which is 12% below the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
115 Population 102/sq mi density
$65,833 Median Income $35,814 per capita
$200,000 Home Value
$1,071 Median Rent 32.9% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$65,833 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$200,000 home value, $1,071/mo rent
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
49.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $65,833
12% lower than US avg
Home Value $200,000
29% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 49.0%
45% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,071
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.4%
56% lower than US avg

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

People

Population115
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density102/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans99.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$65,833
Per Capita$35,814
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty5.4%
County GDP$2,636M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$200,000
Rent$1,071
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden32.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.8 in/yr
Elevation322 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+49.0%
High School+96.9%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute18 min
Broadband62.0%
Libraries1

Is Moorefield a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Moorefield receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Moorefield stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Moorefield is $65,833, 12% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Moorefield is $200,000, 29% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,071 per month. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 49.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Moorefield enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Moorefield has a population of 115 with a density of 102 people per square mile. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93%), with 1.7% Black.

Population

115
Total Population
102
People / sq mi
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Moorefield vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.2%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.8%
49% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Moorefield vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Moorefield is $65,833, which is 12% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Moorefield vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$65,833
12% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,814
Avg Weekly Wage$935
IRS Avg AGI$60,486

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.4%
56% below US avg
Establishments (County)958
County GDP$2,636M

Business (County)

Restaurants74
Healthcare107
Retail152
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,581
26% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.2 min
Drive Alone89.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Moorefield is $200,000, 29% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,071 (8% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$200,000
29% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,071
8% below US avg
Rent Burden32.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,581
26% below US avg
Effective Rate1.29%
In Moorefield, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.5% report depression. 31.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure35.5%
Asthma10.1%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity31.4%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.9%
Checkup Rate77.2%
Premature Death11,068/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access48.4%
Healthcare Facilities107

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Moorefield has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average59.6°F
10% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.8 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall2.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation322 ft (98 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density102/sq mi
Coordinates35.7672°N, 91.5708°W
County FIPS05063
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 49.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.5-point margin. 62.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.7%
D 19.2%

Winner: Republican by 59.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+49.0%
45% above US avg
High School+96.9%
School Test Score4.91
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density102/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access62.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities107
Restaurants74
Retail Stores152

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.2 min
Drive Alone89.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.4%

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