Morrow, AR

Arkansas

Morrow is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 324. Residents earn $61,635 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
324 Population 113/sq mi density
$61,635 Median Income $21,974 per capita
$204,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$61,635 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$204,400 home value
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,635
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $204,400
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.0%
88% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 36.1%
191% higher than US avg

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

People

Population324
Median Age50.3 yrs
Density113/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$61,635
Per Capita$21,974
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty36.1%
County GDP$593M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$204,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain53.4 in/yr
Elevation1,106 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.0%
High School+59.6%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 18%
Commute29 min
Broadband50.9%
Libraries2

Is Morrow a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Morrow receives an overall livability score of 3.0 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. Morrow offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Morrow is $61,635, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 36.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Morrow is $204,400, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

4.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 59.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Morrow enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Morrow has a population of 324 with a density of 113 people per square mile. The median age is 50.3 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.2%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

324
Total Population
113
People / sq mi
50.3yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.2%
Female 56.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Morrow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Morrow vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Morrow is $61,635, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 36.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Morrow vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,635
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,974
Avg Weekly Wage$815
IRS Avg AGI$44,121

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate36.1%
191% above US avg
Establishments (County)355
County GDP$593M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare17
Retail57
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,870
47% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.6 min
Drive Alone63.5%
Public Transit10.6%
Work from Home1.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Morrow is $204,400, 27% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$204,400
27% 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-Occupied75.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,870
47% below US avg
Effective Rate0.91%
In Morrow, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.4% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure37.2%
Asthma10.7%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity28.4%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress15.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate57.8%
Checkup Rate75.2%
Premature Death16,046/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access15.8%
Healthcare Facilities17

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Morrow has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.0°F
9% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.4 inches
41% above US avg
Snowfall3.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,106 ft (337 m)
Area2.9 sq mi (7.4 km²)
Population Density113/sq mi
Coordinates35.8563°N, 94.4306°W
County FIPS40001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 4.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63-point margin. 50.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.8%
D 17.8%

Winner: Republican by 63 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.0%
88% below US avg
High School+59.6%
School Test Score4.91
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density113/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access50.9%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants25
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.6 min
Drive Alone63.5%
Public Transit10.6%
Work from Home1.0%

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