Piggott, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · Clay County County
Piggott, AR
At a Glance
How Piggott Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Piggott's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Piggott a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Piggott residents earn a median household income of $49,306 , which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,054. The unemployment rate stands at 3.0% (17% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 16.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 352 business establishments, including 22 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Piggott is $111,900 , 60% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $145,516. Median rent is $760/month, with 20.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 86.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1974.
Safety & Crime
Piggott reports 85 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 78% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 684/100K.
Education
17.1% of adults in Piggott hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below the national average). 92.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Piggott has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.3 inches.