Median Income $33,750

55% lower than US avg

Home Value $41,000

85% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 5.9%

82% lower than US avg

Median Rent $625

46% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.2%

19% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 17.1%

38% higher than US avg

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

People

Population125

Median Age48.5 yrs

Density23/mi²

Male / Female57% / 43%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans2.8%

Economy

Median Income$33,750

Per Capita$19,202

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty17.1%

County GDP$886M

Commute26 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$41,000

Rent$625

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units116

Rent Burden25.0%

Health

Obesity38.2%

Uninsured14.5%

Smoking19.9%

Depression27.5%

Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain51.2 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation212 ft (65 m)

Education

Bachelor's+5.9%

High School+61.8%

Graduate+6.3%

School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%

Commute26 min

Broadband70.0%

Libraries5

Is Payneway a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Payneway receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Payneway offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Payneway is $33,750, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 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 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Payneway is $41,000, 85% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 61.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Payneway enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Payneway has a population of 125 with a density of 23 people per square mile. The median age is 48.5 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

125

Total Population

People / sq mi

48.5yrs

Median Age

25% above US avg

5.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.8%

Female 43.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Payneway vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Payneway vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Payneway is $33,750, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Payneway vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$33,750
	55% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$19,202
Avg Weekly Wage	$962
IRS Avg AGI	$52,570

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	17.1%
	38% above US avg
Establishments (County)	455
County GDP	$886M

Business (County)

Restaurants	41
Healthcare	37
Retail	67
Manufacturing	18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,075
	41% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	5.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	25.8 min
Drive Alone	83.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Payneway is $41,000, 85% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $625 (46% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$41,000
	85% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$625
	46% below US avg
Rent Burden	25.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	54.3%
Housing Units	116
Median Year Built	1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,075
	41% below US avg
Effective Rate	5.06%

In Payneway, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.5% of residents lack health insurance. 19.9% are current smokers. 27.5% report depression. 35.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.2%
	19% above US avg
Diabetes	10.8%
Heart Disease	7.0%
High Blood Pressure	35.4%
Asthma	10.7%
COPD	9.0%
Cancer	7.1%
Stroke	3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	19.9%
	42% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.6%
Physical Inactivity	35.0%
Depression	27.5%
Mental Distress	21.4%
Physical Distress	16.6%
Short Sleep	40.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	94.8%
Uninsured	14.5%
	69% above US avg
Checkup Rate	74.3%
Dental Visits	44.9%
Premature Death	16,532/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	5.7/10
Exercise Access	42.8%
Healthcare Facilities	37

Payneway has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.2 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	59.6°F
	10% above US avg
January Average	37°F (3°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	51.2 inches
	35% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	212 ft (65 m)
Area	5.3 sq mi (13.8 km²)
Population Density	23/sq mi
Coordinates	35.5457°N, 90.5123°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	05111

It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.5-point margin. 70.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81%

D 17.5%

Winner: Republican by 63.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	5.9%
	82% below US avg
High School+	61.8%
Graduate Degree+	6.3%
School Test Score	4.91

F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3	Metro — under 250K
Population Density	23/sq mi
Total Area	5.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	70.0%
Public Libraries	5
Healthcare Facilities	37
Restaurants	41
Retail Stores	67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	25.8 min
Drive Alone	83.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Payneway, AR

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Payneway a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Payneway vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Payneway vs U.S. Average

Income: Payneway vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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