Perryville, AR

Arkansas

Perryville is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 1,303. Residents earn $59,531 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,303 Population 305/sq mi density
$59,531 Median Income $29,240 per capita
$116,700 Home Value $166,570 Zillow
$589 Median Rent
61°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$59,531 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$116,700 home value, $589/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,531
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $116,700
59% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.8%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $589
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,303
Median Age43.7 yrs
Density305/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 90%

Economy

B+
Median Income$59,531
Per Capita$29,240
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$1,016M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$116,700
Rent$589
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$166,570

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property2,134/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary69/100K

Health

Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.2 in/yr
Elevation325 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.8%
High School+89.9%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute19 min
Libraries2

Is Perryville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Perryville receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Perryville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Perryville is $59,531, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average 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 Perryville is $116,700, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $589 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Perryville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,134 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Perryville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Perryville has a population of 1,303 with a density of 305 people per square mile. The median age is 43.7 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.6%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 2.3% Black.

Population

1,303
Total Population
305
People / sq mi
43.7yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
4.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Perryville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.3%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.7%
95% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Perryville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Perryville is $59,531, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Perryville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,531
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,240
Avg Weekly Wage$954
IRS Avg AGI$59,901

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)499
County GDP$1,016M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare50
Retail75
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,868
47% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.4 min
Work from Home12.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Perryville is $116,700, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $589 (49% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $166,570.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$116,700
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$166,570
Median List Price$467,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$467,500
$/Sq Ft$130
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio97.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$589
49% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,868
47% below US avg
Effective Rate1.60%
In Perryville, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.7% report depression. 32.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure36.3%
Asthma10.7%
COPD8.3%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity32.0%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress15.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.1%
Checkup Rate75.6%
Premature Death12,472/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.8/10
Exercise Access45.7%
Healthcare Facilities50
Perryville has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,134 per 100,000 (9% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,133.5/100K
9% above US avg
Burglary68.8/100K
Theft1,927.1/100K
Vehicle Theft137.7/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Perryville has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average61.1°F
13% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.2 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall2.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation325 ft (99 m)
Area4.3 sq mi (11.1 km²)
Population Density305/sq mi
Coordinates35.0120°N, 92.8029°W
County FIPS05029
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 13.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69%
D 28.7%

Winner: Republican by 40.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.8%
59% below US avg
High School+89.9%
School Test Score4.91
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density305/sq mi
Total Area4.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities50
Restaurants38
Retail Stores75

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.4 min
Work from Home12.4%

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