Parkin, AR

Arkansas

Parkin is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 702. Residents earn $25,588 per year, which is 66% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
702 Population 274/sq mi density
$25,588 Median Income $16,468 per capita
$36,700 Home Value
$567 Median Rent 29.0% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$25,588 median income, 7.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$36,700 home value, $567/mo rent
F
Education
1.0 / 5.0
0.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $25,588
66% lower than US avg
Home Value $36,700
87% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.6%
98% lower than US avg
Median Rent $567
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 53.6%
67% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.4%
106% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.3%
31% higher than US avg

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

People

Population702
Median Age47.2 yrs
Density274/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 29%
Veterans5.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$25,588
Per Capita$16,468
Unemployment7.4%
Poverty16.3%
County GDP$588M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$36,700
Rent$567
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units466
Rent Burden29.0%

Health

Obesity53.6%
Uninsured19.1%
Smoking27.0%
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease8.9%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.6 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation206 ft (63 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+0.6%
High School+56.9%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute15 min
Broadband69.7%
Libraries2

Is Parkin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Parkin receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. 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. Parkin has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Parkin is $25,588, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.4% 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 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Parkin is $36,700, 87% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $567 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 56.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Parkin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Parkin has a population of 702 with a density of 274 people per square mile. The median age is 47.2 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (59.5%), with 29.2% White, 5.8% Hispanic.

Population

702
Total Population
274
People / sq mi
47.2yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.4%
Female 50.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Parkin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Parkin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Parkin is $25,588, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Parkin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$25,588
66% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,468
Avg Weekly Wage$795
IRS Avg AGI$53,483

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.4%
106% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.3%
31% above US avg
Establishments (County)453
County GDP$588M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare48
Retail64
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,832
48% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.99%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.8 min
Drive Alone73.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Parkin is $36,700, 87% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $567 (51% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$36,700
87% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$567
51% below US avg
Rent Burden29.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.3%
Housing Units466
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,832
48% below US avg
Effective Rate4.99%
In Parkin, 53.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 19.1% of residents lack health insurance. 27.0% are current smokers. 25.6% report depression. 49.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity53.6%
67% above US avg
Diabetes20.1%
Heart Disease8.9%
High Blood Pressure50.7%
Asthma13.5%
COPD12.7%
Cancer5.1%
Stroke6.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking27.0%
93% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity49.6%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress24.9%
Physical Distress21.2%
Short Sleep50.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Uninsured19.1%
122% above US avg
Checkup Rate79.5%
Dental Visits39.3%
Premature Death13,763/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.7/10
Exercise Access72.3%
Healthcare Facilities48
Parkin has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.6 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average62.2°F
15% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.6 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall2.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation206 ft (63 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.6 km²)
Population Density274/sq mi
Coordinates35.2612°N, 90.5535°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (98% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.6-point margin. 69.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.7%
D 25.1%

Winner: Republican by 47.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.6%
98% below US avg
High School+56.9%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.91
F Education Grade (1.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density274/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.7%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities48
Restaurants30
Retail Stores64

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.8 min
Drive Alone73.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

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