Murfreesboro, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · Pike County County
Murfreesboro, AR
At a Glance
How Murfreesboro Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Murfreesboro's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Murfreesboro a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Murfreesboro residents earn a median household income of $48,125 , which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,934. The unemployment rate stands at 3.6% (0% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 19.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 269 business establishments, including 20 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Murfreesboro is $105,500 , 63% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $172,212. Median rent is $536/month, with 30.9% 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 1977.
Safety & Crime
Murfreesboro reports 133 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 65% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 734/100K.
Education
14.4% of adults in Murfreesboro hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below the national average). 87.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Murfreesboro has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.4 inches.