Median Income
$60,350
20% lower than US avg
Home Value
$217,200
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.5%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,174
1% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
32.0%
0% lower than US avg
Unemployment
0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.3%
65% lower than US avg
How Pea Ridge Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population3,934
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density1,400/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Economy
A
Median Income$60,350
Per Capita$29,219
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty4.3%
County GDP$7,899M
Commute31 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$217,200
Rent$1,174
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity32.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp69°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain67.8 in/yr
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.5%
High School+95.4%
School Score5.60
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute31 min
Libraries6
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. 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 $60,350, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Pea Ridge is $217,200, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,174 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
21.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
Pea Ridge enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 69°F. Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 67.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Pea Ridge has a population of 3,934 with a density of 1,400 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (79.9%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 3% Black.
Population
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Pea Ridge vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 96.4% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Spanish | 3.6% |
| 73% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Pea Ridge vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Pea Ridge is $60,350, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income: Pea Ridge vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $60,350 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,219 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $985 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $88,416 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.8% |
| 78% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.3% |
| 65% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 4,629 |
| County GDP | $7,899M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 272 |
| Healthcare | 391 |
| Retail | 411 |
| Manufacturing | 58 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,381 |
| 54% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.48% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.8 min |
| Work from Home | 6.1% |
The median home value in Pea Ridge is $217,200, 23% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,174 (1% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $217,200 |
| 23% below US avg |
| Median List Price | $375,500 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $375,500 |
| $/Sq Ft | $173 |
| Homes Sold | 8 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.5% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 19 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,174 |
| 1% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,212 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,296 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,526 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,971 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,261 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,381 |
| 54% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.48% |
In Pea Ridge, 32.0% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 20.6% report depression. 20.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Pea Ridge vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 32.0% |
| 0% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.9% |
| Asthma | 9.9% |
| COPD | 6.2% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.4% |
| Depression | 20.6% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 13.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 88.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.8% |
| Premature Death | 8,239/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 62.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 391 |
Crime Rates: Pea Ridge vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 20 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Pea Ridge has an average annual temperature of 69°F (20°C). Winters average 52°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 67.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
52°F Jan (11°C)
83°F Jul (28°C)
| Annual Average | 68.6°F |
| 27% above US avg |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 67.8 inches |
| 79% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Area | 2.8 sq mi (7.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,400/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 30.5991°N, 87.0997°W |
| County FIPS | 12113 |