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Oak Grove, AR

Arkansas

Oak Grove is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 70.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
70 Population 25/sq mi density
$141,300 Home Value
$688 Median Rent 25.0% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $141,300
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $688
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.2%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.9%
4% lower than US avg

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

People

Population70
Median Age54.8 yrs
Density25/mi²
Male / Female83% / 17%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans16.4%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$35,511
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$1,309M
Commute31 min

Housing

Home Value$141,300
Rent$688
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units172
Rent Burden25.0%

Health

Obesity35.2%
Uninsured12.2%
Smoking21.1%
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.5 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation1,321 ft (403 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+1.9%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute31 min
Broadband72.4%
Libraries4

Is Oak Grove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oak Grove receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate. Oak Grove stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oak Grove is $141,300, 50% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $688 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Oak Grove enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Oak Grove has a population of 70 with a density of 25 people per square mile. The median age is 54.8 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

70
Total Population
25
People / sq mi
54.8yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 82.9%
Female 17.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Oak Grove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oak Grove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oak Grove is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Oak Grove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$35,511
Avg Weekly Wage$775
IRS Avg AGI$54,460

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.9%
4% below US avg
Establishments (County)803
County GDP$1,309M

Business (County)

Restaurants156
Healthcare55
Retail136
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,695
23% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.5 min
Drive Alone95.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Oak Grove is $141,300, 50% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $688 (41% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$141,300
50% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$688
41% below US avg
Rent Burden25.0%

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%
Housing Units172
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,695
23% below US avg
Effective Rate1.91%
In Oak Grove, 35.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.2% of residents lack health insurance. 21.1% are current smokers. 27.3% report depression. 30.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Oak Grove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.2%
10% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure37.5%
Asthma10.5%
COPD9.9%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.1%
51% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity30.3%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress22.1%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep38.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.7%
Uninsured12.2%
42% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.0%
Dental Visits58.0%
Premature Death10,688/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access54.0%
Healthcare Facilities55
Oak Grove has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.5 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.3°F
8% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.5 inches
17% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,321 ft (403 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.3 km²)
Population Density25/sq mi
Coordinates36.4640°N, 93.4301°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05015
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 31.7-point margin. 72.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.7%
D 33%

Winner: Republican by 31.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+1.9%
School Test Score4.91
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density25/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.4%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities55
Restaurants156
Retail Stores136

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.5 min
Drive Alone95.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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