Plainview, AR

Arkansas

Plainview is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 466. Residents earn $43,750 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
466 Population 319/sq mi density
$43,750 Median Income $26,063 per capita
$106,500 Home Value $125,425 Zillow
$397 Median Rent 16.9% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$43,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$106,500 home value, $397/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,750
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $106,500
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.5%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $397
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.6%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.4%
65% lower than US avg

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

People

Population466
Median Age49.4 yrs
Density319/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans8.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$43,750
Per Capita$26,063
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.4%
County GDP$895M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$106,500
Rent$397
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$125,425
Rent Burden16.9%

Health

Obesity43.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.4%
Heart Disease7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain54.4 in/yr
Elevation415 ft (126 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.5%
High School+81.2%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute33 min
Broadband72.2%
Libraries2

Is Plainview a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Plainview receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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, high obesity rates. Plainview offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Plainview is $43,750, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Plainview is $106,500, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $397 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Plainview enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Plainview has a population of 466 with a density of 319 people per square mile. The median age is 49.4 years, 27% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.7%).

Population

466
Total Population
319
People / sq mi
49.4yrs
Median Age
27% above US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41%
Female 59%

Race & Ethnicity

Plainview vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Plainview vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Plainview is $43,750, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Plainview vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,750
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,063
Avg Weekly Wage$798
IRS Avg AGI$50,856

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.4%
65% below US avg
Establishments (County)411
County GDP$895M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare48
Retail55
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,647
53% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.7 min
Drive Alone90.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Plainview is $106,500, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $397 (66% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $125,425.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$106,500
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$125,425

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$36
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$397
66% below US avg
Rent Burden16.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied58.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,647
53% below US avg
Effective Rate1.55%
In Plainview, 43.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.4% report depression. 36.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.6%
36% above US avg
Diabetes12.7%
Heart Disease7.6%
High Blood Pressure40.3%
Asthma11.3%
COPD10.7%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity36.6%
Depression29.4%
Mental Distress22.9%
Physical Distress18.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.1%
Checkup Rate74.7%
Premature Death10,521/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access72.1%
Healthcare Facilities48
Plainview has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average62.6°F
16% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.4 inches
43% above US avg
Snowfall2.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation415 ft (126 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density319/sq mi
Coordinates34.9899°N, 93.2979°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05149
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 7.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.7-point margin. 72.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.5%
D 18.7%

Winner: Republican by 60.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.5%
78% below US avg
High School+81.2%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density319/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.2%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities48
Restaurants20
Retail Stores55

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.7 min
Drive Alone90.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.1%

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