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Mountainburg, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

Mountainburg is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 630. Residents earn $53,250 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
630 Population 429/sq mi density
$53,250 Median Income $24,000 per capita
$78,400 Home Value $208,542 Zillow
$709 Median Rent 26.6% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$53,250 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$78,400 home value, $709/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,250
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $78,400
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.8%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $709
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.8%
3% higher than US avg

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

People

Population630
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density429/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans7.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,250
Per Capita$24,000
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty12.8%
County GDP$2,328M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$78,400
Rent$709
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$208,542
Housing Units267
Rent Burden26.6%

Health

Obesity38.0%
Uninsured10.2%
Smoking17.2%
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain53.4 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation740 ft (226 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.8%
High School+91.9%
Graduate+3.8%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute36 min
Broadband68.3%
Libraries6

Is Mountainburg a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mountainburg is $53,250, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. 12.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mountainburg is $78,400, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $709 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Mountainburg 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. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 53.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Mountainburg has a population of 630 with a density of 429 people per square mile. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.4%), with 6% Hispanic.

Population

630
Total Population
429
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Mountainburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mountainburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mountainburg is $53,250, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Mountainburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,250
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,000
Avg Weekly Wage$938
IRS Avg AGI$59,294

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.8%
3% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,281
County GDP$2,328M

Business (County)

Restaurants101
Healthcare121
Retail165
Manufacturing50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,191
37% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.8 min
Drive Alone72.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Mountainburg is $78,400, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $709 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $208,542.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$78,400
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$208,542

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$709
39% below US avg
Rent Burden26.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.1%
Housing Units267
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,191
37% below US avg
Effective Rate2.79%
In Mountainburg, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.2% of residents lack health insurance. 17.2% are current smokers. 28.6% report depression. 28.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure36.8%
Asthma11.0%
COPD8.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.2%
23% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity28.0%
Depression28.6%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress15.5%
Short Sleep40.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.1%
Uninsured10.2%
19% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.1%
Dental Visits47.2%
Premature Death11,457/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.9/10
Exercise Access59.5%
Healthcare Facilities121
Mountainburg 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. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

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

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation740 ft (226 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density429/sq mi
Coordinates35.6496°N, 94.1624°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05033
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.2-point margin. 68.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.1%
D 19.9%

Winner: Republican by 58.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.8%
74% below US avg
High School+91.9%
Graduate Degree+3.8%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density429/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.3%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities121
Restaurants101
Retail Stores165

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.8 min
Drive Alone72.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.3%

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