O'Kean, AR

Arkansas

O'Kean is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 164. Residents earn $53,393 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
164 Population 161/sq mi density
$53,393 Median Income $31,584 per capita
$56,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$53,393 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$56,100 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,393
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $56,100
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.8%
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.4%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.0%
21% higher than US avg

How O'Kean Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population164
Median Age51.9 yrs
Density161/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans11.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,393
Per Capita$31,584
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty15.0%
County GDP$2,021M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$56,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.4%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.5 in/yr
Elevation271 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.8%
High School+80.1%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute17 min
Broadband57.0%
Libraries1

Is O'Kean a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, O'Kean receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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 below-average incomes, high obesity rates. O'Kean offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in O'Kean is $53,393, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. The poverty rate of 15.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in O'Kean is $56,100, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

O'Kean enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches, including 6.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

O'Kean has a population of 164 with a density of 161 people per square mile. The median age is 51.9 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

164
Total Population
161
People / sq mi
51.9yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.1%
Female 40.9%

Race & Ethnicity

O'Kean vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

O'Kean vs U.S. Average

The median household income in O'Kean is $53,393, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: O'Kean vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,393
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,584
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$58,053

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.0%
21% above US avg
Establishments (County)949
County GDP$2,021M

Business (County)

Restaurants78
Healthcare104
Retail157
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,485
29% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.5 min
Drive Alone80.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in O'Kean is $56,100, 80% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$56,100
80% below US avg

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-Occupied78.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,485
29% below US avg
Effective Rate4.43%
In O'Kean, 41.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.4% report depression. 36.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: O'Kean vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.4%
29% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure38.1%
Asthma11.4%
COPD9.5%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity36.4%
Depression29.4%
Mental Distress22.7%
Physical Distress17.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.6%
Checkup Rate76.4%
Premature Death10,847/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access69.1%
Healthcare Facilities104

Crime Rates: O'Kean vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

O'Kean has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.5°F
8% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.5 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall6.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation271 ft (83 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density161/sq mi
Coordinates36.1715°N, 90.8183°W
County FIPS05055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.2-point margin. 57.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.8%
D 18.6%

Winner: Republican by 61.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.8%
53% below US avg
High School+80.1%
School Test Score4.91
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density161/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access57.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities104
Restaurants78
Retail Stores157

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.5 min
Drive Alone80.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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