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Ozark Acres, AR

Arkansas

Ozark Acres is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 664. Residents earn $32,422 per year, which is 57% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
664 Population 95/sq mi density
$32,422 Median Income $18,614 per capita
$66,800 Home Value
$947 Median Rent 14.3% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$32,422 median income, 7.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$66,800 home value, $947/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,422
57% lower than US avg
Home Value $66,800
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.7%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $947
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.3%
103% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.3%
31% higher than US avg

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

People

Population664
Median Age51.9 yrs
Density95/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans6.6%

Economy

C
Median Income$32,422
Per Capita$18,614
Unemployment7.3%
Poverty16.3%
County GDP$580M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$66,800
Rent$947
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units485
Rent Burden14.3%

Health

Obesity40.4%
Uninsured12.9%
Smoking21.9%
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease8.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.4 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation708 ft (216 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.7%
High School+84.0%
Graduate+1.0%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute38 min
Broadband77.1%
Libraries4

Is Ozark Acres a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ozark Acres receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Ozark Acres offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ozark Acres is $32,422, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 16.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ozark Acres is $66,800, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $947 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Ozark Acres enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches, including 6.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Ozark Acres has a population of 664 with a density of 95 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%), with 7.2% Hispanic.

Population

664
Total Population
95
People / sq mi
51.9yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
7.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.2%
Female 53.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ozark Acres vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ozark Acres vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ozark Acres is $32,422, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Ozark Acres vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,422
57% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,614
Avg Weekly Wage$740
IRS Avg AGI$46,979

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.3%
103% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.3%
31% above US avg
Establishments (County)405
County GDP$580M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare47
Retail70
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,950
44% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.2 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Ozark Acres is $66,800, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $947 (19% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$66,800
76% below US avg
Median List Price$119,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$119,900
$/Sq Ft$109
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio99.5%
Price Drops22.2%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$947
19% below US avg
Rent Burden14.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$700
1 Bedroom$751
2 Bedrooms$944
3 Bedrooms$1,239
4 Bedrooms$1,406

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.5%
Housing Units485
Median Year Built1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,950
44% below US avg
Effective Rate2.92%
In Ozark Acres, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.9% of residents lack health insurance. 21.9% are current smokers. 27.8% report depression. 36.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Ozark Acres vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes12.5%
Heart Disease8.0%
High Blood Pressure39.1%
Asthma10.7%
COPD10.1%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.9%
56% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity36.1%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress21.9%
Physical Distress17.5%
Short Sleep39.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Uninsured12.9%
50% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.9%
Dental Visits43.7%
Premature Death12,343/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.3/10
Exercise Access42.9%
Healthcare Facilities47
Ozark Acres has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.4 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.4°F
8% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.4 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall6.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation708 ft (216 m)
Area7.0 sq mi (18.1 km²)
Population Density95/sq mi
Coordinates36.2999°N, 91.3871°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05135
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.7-point margin. 77.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.4%
D 17.7%

Winner: Republican by 62.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.7%
71% below US avg
High School+84.0%
Graduate Degree+1.0%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density95/sq mi
Total Area7.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.1%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities47
Restaurants31
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.2 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.9%

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