New Blaine, AR

Arkansas

New Blaine is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 358. Residents earn $39,706 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
358 Population 224/sq mi density
$39,706 Median Income $19,282 per capita
$217,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$39,706 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$217,700 home value
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,706
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $217,700
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.9%
27% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population358
Median Age54.4 yrs
Density224/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans22.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$39,706
Per Capita$19,282
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$727M
Commute29 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$217,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain49.5 in/yr
Elevation386 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.9%
High School+82.8%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute29 min
Broadband86.3%
Libraries2

Is New Blaine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Blaine receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. New Blaine offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Blaine is $39,706, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Blaine is $217,700, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. The price-to-income ratio of 5.5x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 82.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

New Blaine enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

New Blaine has a population of 358 with a density of 224 people per square mile. The median age is 54.4 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.9%), with 10.1% Hispanic.

Population

358
Total Population
224
People / sq mi
54.4yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.6%
Female 44.4%

Race & Ethnicity

New Blaine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

New Blaine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Blaine is $39,706, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: New Blaine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,706
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,282
Avg Weekly Wage$787
IRS Avg AGI$49,506

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)454
County GDP$727M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare37
Retail67
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,680
52% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.77%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.0 min
Drive Alone73.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home26.2%

Walkability

The median home value in New Blaine is $217,700, 23% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$217,700
23% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,680
52% below US avg
Effective Rate0.77%
In New Blaine, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.3% report depression. 29.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: New Blaine vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure38.2%
Asthma9.6%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity29.7%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.8%
Checkup Rate75.3%
Premature Death13,583/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access64.5%
Healthcare Facilities37

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

New Blaine has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average61.8°F
14% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.5 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall3.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation386 ft (118 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density224/sq mi
Coordinates35.2925°N, 93.4191°W
County FIPS05083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 42.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (27% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.2-point margin. 86.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80%
D 17.8%

Winner: Republican by 62.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.9%
27% above US avg
High School+82.8%
School Test Score4.91
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density224/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.3%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants30
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.0 min
Drive Alone73.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home26.2%

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