Pangburn, AR

Arkansas

Pangburn is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 515. Residents earn $31,842 per year, which is 58% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
515 Population 936/sq mi density
$31,842 Median Income $25,959 per capita
$108,300 Home Value $213,857 Zillow
$635 Median Rent 27.7% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$31,842 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$108,300 home value, $635/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $31,842
58% lower than US avg
Home Value $108,300
62% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.9%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $635
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.1%
38% higher than US avg

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

People

Population515
Median Age39.9 yrs
Density936/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans11.5%

Economy

C+
Median Income$31,842
Per Capita$25,959
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty17.1%
County GDP$3,311M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$108,300
Rent$635
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$213,857
Housing Units302
Rent Burden27.7%

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property2,843/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary1,338/100K

Health

Obesity39.0%
Uninsured10.6%
Smoking18.3%
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.8 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation339 ft (103 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.9%
High School+91.5%
Graduate+7.0%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute27 min
Broadband79.1%
Libraries9

Is Pangburn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pangburn receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Pangburn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pangburn is $31,842, 58% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pangburn is $108,300, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $635 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Pangburn is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,843 per 100,000, 45% above the national average.

Education

9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Pangburn enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Pangburn has a population of 515 with a density of 936 people per square mile. The median age is 39.9 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.4%), with 1.9% Hispanic.

Population

515
Total Population
936
People / sq mi
39.9yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54%
Female 46%

Race & Ethnicity

Pangburn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Pangburn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pangburn is $31,842, which is 58% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Pangburn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$31,842
58% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,959
Avg Weekly Wage$886
IRS Avg AGI$62,886

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.1%
38% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,804
County GDP$3,311M

Business (County)

Restaurants158
Healthcare201
Retail309
Manufacturing60

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,110
40% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.1 min
Drive Alone91.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Pangburn is $108,300, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $635 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $213,857.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,300
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$213,857

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$635
45% below US avg
Rent Burden27.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied51.9%
Housing Units302
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,110
40% below US avg
Effective Rate1.95%
In Pangburn, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.6% of residents lack health insurance. 18.3% are current smokers. 28.1% report depression. 30.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure35.9%
Asthma11.0%
COPD8.2%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.3%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity30.8%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress15.3%
Short Sleep37.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.5%
Uninsured10.6%
23% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.1%
Dental Visits55.0%
Premature Death11,839/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access43.5%
Healthcare Facilities201
Pangburn has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,843 per 100,000 (45% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,842.8/100K
45% above US avg
Burglary1,337.8/100K
Theft1,505.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Pangburn has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.8 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average61.8°F
14% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.8 inches
36% above US avg
Snowfall1.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation339 ft (103 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density936/sq mi
Coordinates35.4261°N, 91.8394°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05145
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 9.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.2-point margin. 79.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.5%
D 18.3%

Winner: Republican by 61.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.9%
71% below US avg
High School+91.5%
Graduate Degree+7.0%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density936/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.1%
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities201
Restaurants158
Retail Stores309

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.1 min
Drive Alone91.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.6%

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