Oakland, AR

Arkansas

Oakland is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 141. Residents earn $43,199 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
141 Population 118/sq mi density
$43,199 Median Income $19,552 per capita
56°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$43,199 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,199
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.2%
73% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 23.5%
27% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.2%
26% lower than US avg

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

People

Population141
Median Age60.6 yrs
Density118/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans91.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$43,199
Per Capita$19,552
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.2%
County GDP$195M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$244,156
Housing Units72

Health

Obesity23.5%
Uninsured5.0%
Smoking12.2%
Depression11.7%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation1,046 ft (319 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.2%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 15%
CommuteN/A
Broadband85.0%

Is Oakland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oakland receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Oakland has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oakland is $43,199, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Education

9.2% 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

Oakland enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches, including 8.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Oakland has a population of 141 with a density of 118 people per square mile. The median age is 60.6 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

141
Total Population
118
People / sq mi
60.6yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.4%
Female 42.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Oakland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Oakland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oakland is $43,199, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.2% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Oakland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,199
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,552
Avg Weekly Wage$648
IRS Avg AGI$46,816

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.2%
26% below US avg
Establishments (County)252
County GDP$195M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare15
Retail26
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,443
59% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $244,156.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$244,156

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%
Housing Units72
Median Year Built1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,443
59% below US avg
In Oakland, 23.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.0% of residents lack health insurance. 12.2% are current smokers. 11.7% report depression. 19.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity23.5%
27% below US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma4.9%
COPD7.0%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.2%
13% below US avg
Binge Drinking8.4%
Physical Inactivity19.6%
Depression11.7%
Mental Distress8.6%
Physical Distress10.9%
Short Sleep22.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured5.0%
42% below US avg
Checkup Rate46.5%
Dental Visits31.8%
Premature Death10,705/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.0/10
Exercise Access29.4%
Healthcare Facilities15
Oakland has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.4 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.4 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall8.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,046 ft (319 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density118/sq mi
Coordinates36.4604°N, 92.5718°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS29153
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 9.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70-point margin. 85.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.6%
D 14.6%

Winner: Republican by 70 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.2%
73% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density118/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.0%
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants17
Retail Stores26

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

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