Arkansas
Norfork is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 599. Residents earn $32,917 per year, which is 56% below the national average.
Based on current data, Norfork receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Norfork offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Norfork is $32,917, 56% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 37.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Norfork is $183,900, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $730 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
23.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Norfork enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.9 inches, including 6.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 98.1% |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.9% |
| 86% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $32,917 |
| 56% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $15,554 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $866 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,392 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 37.1% |
| 199% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,323 |
| County GDP | $2,326M |
| Restaurants | 106 |
| Healthcare | 189 |
| Retail | 189 |
| Manufacturing | 46 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,752 |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.50% |
| Commute Time | 19.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 54.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 1.6% |
| Census Median | $183,900 |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $263,601 |
| $/Sq Ft | $141 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.7% |
| Price Drops | 33.3% |
| Inventory | 3 |
| Census Median Rent | $730 |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 51.0% |
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
| Owner-Occupied | 52.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,752 |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.50% |
| Obesity | 37.5% |
| 17% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.5% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 8.0% |
| Stroke | 3.3% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.7% |
| Depression | 28.9% |
| Mental Distress | 20.5% |
| Physical Distress | 15.1% |
| Insurance Rate | 96.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.9% |
| Premature Death | 11,057/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 189 |
| Annual Average | 56.6°F |
| 5% above US avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 48.9 inches |
| 29% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 6.7 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 608 ft (185 m) |
| Area | 2.2 sq mi (5.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 269/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.2095°N, 92.2778°W |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
| County FIPS | 05005 |
Winner: Republican by 56.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 23.6% |
| 30% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.9% |
| School Test Score | 4.91 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 269/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.2 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 81.8% |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 189 |
| Restaurants | 106 |
| Retail Stores | 189 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
| Avg Commute | 19.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 54.2% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 1.6% |