Median Income
$57,273
24% lower than US avg
Home Value
$93,600
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
20.8%
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.4%
48% lower than US avg
How Pea Ridge Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population808
Median Age38.1 yrs
Density52/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans5.6%
Economy
A
Median Income$57,273
Per Capita$28,091
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty6.4%
County GDP$17,333M
Commute34 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$93,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity37.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease7.6%
Climate
Avg Temp64°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.2 in/yr
Elevation684 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+20.8%
High School+88.0%
School Score4.40
Community
2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute34 min
Broadband77.1%
Libraries14
Is Pea Ridge a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Pea Ridge receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Pea Ridge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Pea Ridge is $57,273, 24% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Pea Ridge is $93,600, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Pea Ridge enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Pea Ridge has a population of 808 with a density of 52 people per square mile. The median age is 38.1 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.5%), with 2% Hispanic.
Population
38.1yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Pea Ridge vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 81.5% |
| 4% above US avg |
| Spanish | 18.5% |
| 38% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Pea Ridge vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Pea Ridge is $57,273, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Income: Pea Ridge vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $57,273 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,091 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,284 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $102,306 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.3% |
| 64% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.4% |
| 48% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 7,251 |
| County GDP | $17,333M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 436 |
| Healthcare | 535 |
| Retail | 708 |
| Manufacturing | 159 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,123 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.34% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 34.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 85.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 7.3% |
The median home value in Pea Ridge is $93,600, 67% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $93,600 |
| 67% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $134 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.5% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 1 |
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $716 |
| 1 Bedroom | $772 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $936 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,206 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,381 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,123 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.34% |
In Pea Ridge, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.3% report depression. 31.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Pea Ridge vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.9% |
| 18% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.3% |
| Heart Disease | 7.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 42.3% |
| Asthma | 10.6% |
| COPD | 9.8% |
| Stroke | 4.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.0% |
| Depression | 27.3% |
| Mental Distress | 20.6% |
| Physical Distress | 16.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 87.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.7% |
| Premature Death | 6,795/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 535 |
Crime Rates: Pea Ridge vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 18 |
Safety Score
Pea Ridge has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 46°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
46°F Jan (8°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 64.4°F |
| 19% above US avg |
| January Average | 46°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 56.2 inches |
| 48% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 684 ft (208 m) |
| Area | 15.6 sq mi (40.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 52/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.1338°N, 86.9379°W |
| County FIPS | 01117 |