Arkansas
Patterson is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 273. Residents earn $49,750 per year, which is 34% below the national average.
Based on current data, Patterson receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Patterson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Patterson is $49,750, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Patterson is $47,900, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $583 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 77.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Patterson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 99.2% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.8% |
| 94% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $49,750 |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $22,980 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $881 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $49,333 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.0% |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 185 |
| County GDP | $327M |
| Restaurants | 8 |
| Healthcare | 16 |
| Retail | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,020 |
| 71% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.13% |
| Commute Time | 16.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 84.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.3% |
| Census Median | $47,900 |
| 83% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $583 |
| 50% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 32.1% |
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
| Owner-Occupied | 69.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,020 |
| 71% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.13% |
| Obesity | 38.0% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 13.1% |
| Heart Disease | 7.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.4% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 10.0% |
| Stroke | 4.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 37.3% |
| Depression | 28.7% |
| Mental Distress | 22.7% |
| Physical Distress | 17.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 97.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.4% |
| Premature Death | 11,239/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16 |
| Annual Average | 60.6°F |
| 12% above US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 51.1 inches |
| 34% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 1.7 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 199 ft (61 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 242/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.2590°N, 91.2350°W |
| County FIPS | 05147 |
Winner: Republican by 32.5 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 4.4% |
| 87% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 77.3% |
| School Test Score | 4.91 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 242/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.1 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 52.1% |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16 |
| Restaurants | 8 |
| Retail Stores | 23 |
| Avg Commute | 16.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 84.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.3% |