Moro, AR

Arkansas

Moro is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 239. Residents earn $43,750 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
239 Population 246/sq mi density
$43,750 Median Income $20,621 per capita
$31,700 Home Value $122,623 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$43,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$31,700 home value
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,750
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $31,700
89% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.6%
80% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.6%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population239
Median Age41.3 yrs
Density246/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B+
Median Income$43,750
Per Capita$20,621
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.6%
County GDP$245M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$31,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$122,623

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain52.1 in/yr
Elevation200 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.6%
High School+81.4%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 47% / D 50%
Commute31 min
Broadband79.0%
Libraries1

Is Moro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Moro receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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 below-average incomes. Moro offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Moro is $43,750, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Moro is $31,700, 89% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Moro enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Moro has a population of 239 with a density of 246 people per square mile. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.8%), with 3.3% Black.

Population

239
Total Population
246
People / sq mi
41.3yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Moro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Moro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Moro is $43,750, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Moro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,750
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,621
Avg Weekly Wage$846
IRS Avg AGI$49,070

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.6%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)212
County GDP$245M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare13
Retail19
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,200
66% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.4 min
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Moro is $31,700, 89% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $122,623.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$31,700
89% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$122,623

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-Occupied57.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,200
66% below US avg
Effective Rate3.79%
In Moro, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.8% report depression. 31.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure36.0%
Asthma10.4%
COPD8.3%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity31.2%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress15.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Checkup Rate75.0%
Premature Death18,152/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment4.8/10
Exercise Access52.3%
Healthcare Facilities13

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Moro has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average62.1°F
15% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.1 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall1.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation200 ft (61 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density246/sq mi
Coordinates34.7920°N, 90.9880°W
County FIPS05077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 6.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 3.5-point margin. 79.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.9%
D 50.4%

Winner: Democrat by 3.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.6%
80% below US avg
High School+81.4%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density246/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants7
Retail Stores19

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.4 min
Work from Home2.0%

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