Mulberry, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

Mulberry is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 1,573. Residents earn $47,596 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,573 Population 201/sq mi density
$47,596 Median Income $27,859 per capita
$122,600 Home Value $178,159 Zillow
$676 Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
2,095 Violent Crime/100K 4,313 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$47,596 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$122,600 home value, $676/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
2,095 violent crimes/100K (451% above avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,596
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $122,600
57% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 2,095/100K
451% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.3%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $676
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.2%
42% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,573
Median Age46.6 yrs
Density201/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,596
Per Capita$27,859
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty7.2%
County GDP$2,328M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$122,600
Rent$676
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$178,159

Crime

F
Violent2,095/100K
Property4,313/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault1,848/100K
Burglary1,725/100K

Health

Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain53.4 in/yr
Elevation430 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.3%
High School+83.1%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute26 min
Libraries6

Is Mulberry a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mulberry receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes. Mulberry has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mulberry is $47,596, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mulberry is $122,600, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $676 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

With 2,095 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,313 per 100,000, 120% above the national average.

Education

10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Mulberry 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.

Mulberry has a population of 1,573 with a density of 201 people per square mile. The median age is 46.6 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.1%), with 9% Hispanic.

Population

1,573
Total Population
201
People / sq mi
46.6yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
7.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Mulberry vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.9%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.1%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mulberry vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mulberry is $47,596, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Mulberry vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,596
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,859
Avg Weekly Wage$938
IRS Avg AGI$59,294

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.2%
42% below 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 Rate1.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.7 min
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Mulberry is $122,600, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $676 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $178,159.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,600
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$178,159

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$114
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio107.8%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$676
42% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,191
37% below US avg
Effective Rate1.79%
In Mulberry, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.2% report depression. 29.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure37.6%
Asthma10.7%
COPD8.3%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity29.3%
Depression28.2%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.7%
Checkup Rate75.7%
Premature Death11,457/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.9/10
Exercise Access59.5%
Healthcare Facilities121
Mulberry has a violent crime rate of 2,095 per 100,000 residents, 451% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 4,313 per 100,000 (120% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent2,094.9/100K
451% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape246.5/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault1,848.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property4,313.0/100K
120% above US avg
Burglary1,725.2/100K
Theft2,464.6/100K
Vehicle Theft123.2/100K
Arson61.6/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Mulberry 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

Elevation430 ft (131 m)
Area7.8 sq mi (20.3 km²)
Population Density201/sq mi
Coordinates35.5085°N, 94.0748°W
County FIPS05033
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 10.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.1%
D 19.9%

Winner: Republican by 58.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.3%
69% below US avg
High School+83.1%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density201/sq mi
Total Area7.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities121
Restaurants101
Retail Stores165

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.7 min
Work from Home2.4%

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