Pleasant Plains, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · Independence County County
Pleasant Plains, AR
At a Glance
How Pleasant Plains Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Pleasant Plains's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Pleasant Plains a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Pleasant Plains residents earn a median household income of $57,143 , which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,584. The unemployment rate stands at 3.7% (3% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 958 business establishments, including 74 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Pleasant Plains is $130,500 , 54% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $172,031. Median rent is $1,000/month, with 31.3% 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 1977.
Safety & Crime
Pleasant Plains reports 0 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 100% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,429/100K.
Education
13.7% of adults in Pleasant Plains hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below the national average). 86.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Pleasant Plains has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.8 inches.