Norphlet, AR

Arkansas

Norphlet is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 834. Residents earn $51,250 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
834 Population 409/sq mi density
$51,250 Median Income $23,031 per capita
$109,100 Home Value
$633 Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$51,250 median income, 6.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$109,100 home value, $633/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,250
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $109,100
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.1%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $633
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.5%
81% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.8%
13% lower than US avg

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

People

Population834
Median Age35.6 yrs
Density409/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,250
Per Capita$23,031
Unemployment6.5%
Poverty10.8%
County GDP$3,375M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$109,100
Rent$633
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain52.1 in/yr
Elevation159 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.1%
High School+93.3%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute18 min
Libraries6

Is Norphlet a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Norphlet receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Norphlet offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Norphlet is $51,250, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 10.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Norphlet is $109,100, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $633 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Norphlet enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Norphlet has a population of 834 with a density of 409 people per square mile. The median age is 35.6 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.7%), with 3.6% Black.

Population

834
Total Population
409
People / sq mi
35.6yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Norphlet vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.5%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.5%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Norphlet vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Norphlet is $51,250, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Norphlet vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,250
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,031
Avg Weekly Wage$1,186
IRS Avg AGI$68,803

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.5%
81% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.8%
13% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,165
County GDP$3,375M

Business (County)

Restaurants76
Healthcare119
Retail177
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,340
5% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.2 min
Work from Home6.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Norphlet is $109,100, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $633 (46% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,100
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$633
46% 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-Occupied84.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,340
5% below US avg
Effective Rate3.06%
In Norphlet, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 33.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure38.0%
Asthma10.6%
COPD8.8%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity33.0%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress16.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.3%
Checkup Rate76.0%
Premature Death15,152/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access50.4%
Healthcare Facilities119

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Norphlet has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

45°F Jan (7°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.2°F
19% above US avg
January Average45°F (7°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.1 inches
37% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation159 ft (48 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density409/sq mi
Coordinates33.3199°N, 92.6620°W
County FIPS05139
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66%
D 32.5%

Winner: Republican by 33.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.1%
76% below US avg
High School+93.3%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density409/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities119
Restaurants76
Retail Stores177

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.2 min
Work from Home6.6%

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