Okolona, AR

Arkansas

Okolona is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 317. Residents earn $60,000 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
317 Population 401/sq mi density
$60,000 Median Income $30,081 per capita
$83,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$60,000 median income, 13.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,700 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,000
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,700
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.8%
65% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.2%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 13.6%
278% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.2%
58% lower than US avg

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

People

Population317
Median Age42.2 yrs
Density401/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

B
Median Income$60,000
Per Capita$30,081
Unemployment13.6%
Poverty5.2%
County GDP$1,071M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain54.8 in/yr
Elevation400 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.8%
High School+81.2%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute37 min
Broadband80.0%
Libraries2

Is Okolona a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Okolona receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times, high obesity rates. Okolona offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Okolona is $60,000, 20% below the national average of $75,149. At 13.6%, unemployment is notably high. Only 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Okolona is $83,700, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Okolona enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Okolona has a population of 317 with a density of 401 people per square mile. The median age is 42.2 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.3%), with 10.7% Black.

Population

317
Total Population
401
People / sq mi
42.2yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.2%
Female 62.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Okolona vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Okolona vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Okolona is $60,000, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 13.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Okolona vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,000
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,081
Avg Weekly Wage$875
IRS Avg AGI$54,372

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.6%
278% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.2%
58% below US avg
Establishments (County)655
County GDP$1,071M

Business (County)

Restaurants62
Healthcare66
Retail84
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,155
38% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.57%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.0 min
Work from Home39.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Okolona is $83,700, 70% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,700
70% 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-Occupied95.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,155
38% below US avg
Effective Rate2.57%
In Okolona, 43.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.7% report depression. 35.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.2%
35% above US avg
Diabetes13.3%
Heart Disease7.5%
High Blood Pressure41.9%
Asthma11.7%
COPD9.5%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking14.8%
Physical Inactivity35.1%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress21.9%
Physical Distress17.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.0%
Checkup Rate78.1%
Premature Death12,304/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access48.4%
Healthcare Facilities66

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Okolona has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.2°F
17% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.8 inches
44% above US avg
Snowfall1.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation400 ft (122 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density401/sq mi
Coordinates34.0005°N, 93.3376°W
County FIPS05019
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 11.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.5-point margin. 80.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.1%
D 38.6%

Winner: Republican by 20.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.8%
65% below US avg
High School+81.2%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density401/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities66
Restaurants62
Retail Stores84

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.0 min
Work from Home39.3%

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