Natural Steps, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

Natural Steps is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 686. Residents earn $151,944 per year, which is 102% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
686 Population 249/sq mi density
$151,944 Median Income $95,489 per capita
$443,900 Home Value
60°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$151,944 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$443,900 home value
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $151,944
102% higher than US avg
Home Value $443,900
57% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.8%
24% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.2%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population686
Median Age47.9 yrs
Density249/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 64%
Veterans1.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$151,944
Per Capita$95,489
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$41,430M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$443,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units317

Health

Obesity34.2%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking11.6%
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain55.5 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation416 ft (127 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.8%
High School+98.3%
Graduate+19.6%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 60%
Commute25 min
Broadband84.7%
Libraries15

Is Natural Steps a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Natural Steps receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Natural Steps stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Natural Steps is $151,944, which is significantly higher than the national average — 102% above $75,149. This places Natural Steps among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Natural Steps is $443,900, making it a premium housing market at 57% above the U.S. median of $281,900. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Natural Steps enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 55.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Natural Steps has a population of 686 with a density of 249 people per square mile. The median age is 47.9 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (63.8%), with 3.4% Hispanic, 16.5% Black.

Population

686
Total Population
249
People / sq mi
47.9yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

Natural Steps vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Natural Steps vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Natural Steps is $151,944, which is 102% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Natural Steps vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$151,944
102% above US avg
Per Capita Income$95,489
Avg Weekly Wage$1,221
IRS Avg AGI$83,505

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,314
County GDP$41,430M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,081
Healthcare1,600
Retail1,682
Manufacturing280

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,573
31% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Drive Alone72.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home27.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Natural Steps is $443,900, 57% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$443,900
57% above US avg
Median List Price$257,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$257,900
$/Sq Ft$156
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.8%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

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-Occupied96.6%
Housing Units317
Median Year Built1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,573
31% above US avg
Effective Rate1.03%
In Natural Steps, 34.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 11.6% are current smokers. 27.3% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Natural Steps vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.2%
7% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma10.0%
COPD5.4%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.6%
17% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress11.8%
Short Sleep32.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.6%
Dental Visits69.7%
Premature Death12,283/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access85.0%
Healthcare Facilities1,600
Natural Steps has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.5 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

38°F Jan (4°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.3°F
12% above US avg
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.5 inches
46% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation416 ft (127 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.1 km²)
Population Density249/sq mi
Coordinates34.8743°N, 92.4978°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05119
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 41.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 22.1-point margin. 84.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.7%
D 59.8%

Winner: Democrat by 22.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.8%
24% above US avg
High School+98.3%
Graduate Degree+19.6%
School Test Score4.91
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density249/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.7%
Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities1,600
Restaurants1,081
Retail Stores1,682

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)83

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Drive Alone72.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home27.9%

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