Pearcy, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

Pearcy is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 343. Residents earn $27,472 per year, which is 63% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
343 Population 221/sq mi density
$27,472 Median Income $21,866 per capita
$55,900 Home Value $259,809 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$27,472 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$55,900 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,472
63% lower than US avg
Home Value $55,900
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.8%
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population343
Median Age66.7 yrs
Density221/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans19.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$27,472
Per Capita$21,866
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$4,738M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$55,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$259,809

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.2%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain58.1 in/yr
Elevation617 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.8%
High School+87.0%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute19 min
Broadband49.7%
Libraries1

Is Pearcy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pearcy receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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. Pearcy offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pearcy is $27,472, 63% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pearcy is $55,900, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Pearcy enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Pearcy has a population of 343 with a density of 221 people per square mile. The median age is 66.7 years, 71% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.9%).

Population

343
Total Population
221
People / sq mi
66.7yrs
Median Age
71% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Pearcy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Pearcy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pearcy is $27,472, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Pearcy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,472
63% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,866
Avg Weekly Wage$889
IRS Avg AGI$70,357

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,256
County GDP$4,738M

Business (County)

Restaurants317
Healthcare416
Retail456
Manufacturing95

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,196
9% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pearcy is $55,900, 80% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $259,809.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$55,900
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$259,809

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,196
9% below US avg
Effective Rate5.72%
In Pearcy, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.2% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure35.0%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression26.2%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death14,393/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.1/10
Exercise Access72.3%
Healthcare Facilities416

Crime Rates: Pearcy vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Safety Score

Pearcy has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 58.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.0°F
13% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall58.1 inches
53% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation617 ft (188 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.0 km²)
Population Density221/sq mi
Coordinates34.4355°N, 93.2882°W
County FIPS05051
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 17.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 36.3-point margin. 49.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%
D 30.8%

Winner: Republican by 36.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.8%
47% below US avg
High School+87.0%
School Test Score4.91
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density221/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access49.7%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities416
Restaurants317
Retail Stores456

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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