Mount Ida, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · Montgomery County County
Mount Ida, AR
At a Glance
How Mount Ida Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Mount Ida's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Mount Ida a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Mount Ida residents earn a median household income of $43,114 , which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,994. The unemployment rate stands at 4.1% (14% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 20.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 185 business establishments, including 14 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Mount Ida is $157,900 , 44% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $243,833. Median rent is $709/month, with 38.1% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 86.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1978.
Education
14.2% of adults in Mount Ida hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below the national average). 81.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Mount Ida has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.8 inches.