Arkansas
Oden is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 312. Residents earn $43,250 per year, which is 42% below the national average.
Based on current data, Oden receives an overall livability score of 3.8 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, high obesity rates. Oden offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Oden is $43,250, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. The poverty rate of 22.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
The median home value in Oden is $68,200, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
31.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Oden enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 57.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $43,250 |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $15,371 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $707 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $49,608 |
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 22.8% |
| 84% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 185 |
| County GDP | $209M |
| Restaurants | 14 |
| Healthcare | 10 |
| Retail | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,180 |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.20% |
| Commute Time | 20.2 min |
| Work from Home | 3.2% |
| Census Median | $68,200 |
| 76% below US avg |
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
| Owner-Occupied | 51.2% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,180 |
| 38% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.20% |
| Obesity | 41.5% |
| 29% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 11.8% |
| Heart Disease | 7.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.3% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 9.6% |
| Stroke | 3.8% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.3% |
| Depression | 28.6% |
| Mental Distress | 21.7% |
| Physical Distress | 16.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 99.1% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.3% |
| Premature Death | 13,842/100K |
| Food Environment | 5.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 97.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 10 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Annual Average | 59.2°F |
| 10% above US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 57.9 inches |
| 52% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 4.4 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 821 ft (250 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 385/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.6231°N, 93.7836°W |
| County FIPS | 05097 |
Winner: Republican by 63.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 31.5% |
| 7% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 84.9% |
| School Test Score | 4.91 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 385/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.8 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 10 |
| Restaurants | 14 |
| Retail Stores | 18 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Commute | 20.2 min |
| Work from Home | 3.2% |