Pollard, AR

Arkansas

Pollard is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 186. Residents earn $39,833 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
186 Population 620/sq mi density
$39,833 Median Income $26,738 per capita
$83,300 Home Value
$663 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$39,833 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,300 home value, $663/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,833
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,300
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.0%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent $663
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.7%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.7%
35% higher than US avg

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

People

Population186
Median Age52.1 yrs
Density620/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B
Median Income$39,833
Per Capita$26,738
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty16.7%
County GDP$476M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,300
Rent$663
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.1%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI43 (Good)
Elevation338 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.0%
High School+89.7%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute30 min
Broadband89.0%
Libraries3

Is Pollard a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pollard receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Pollard offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pollard is $39,833, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. The poverty rate of 16.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pollard is $83,300, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $663 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Pollard enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Pollard has a population of 186 with a density of 620 people per square mile. The median age is 52.1 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.8%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

186
Total Population
620
People / sq mi
52.1yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Pollard vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pollard vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pollard is $39,833, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Pollard vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,833
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,738
Avg Weekly Wage$810
IRS Avg AGI$51,642

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.7%
35% above US avg
Establishments (County)352
County GDP$476M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare35
Retail46
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,788
49% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Pollard is $83,300, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $663 (43% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,300
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$663
43% 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-Occupied78.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,788
49% below US avg
Effective Rate2.15%
In Pollard, 39.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.1% report depression. 33.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.7%
24% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure36.3%
Asthma10.7%
COPD8.6%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.2%
Physical Inactivity33.1%
Depression29.1%
Mental Distress21.6%
Physical Distress15.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.8%
Checkup Rate75.2%
Premature Death10,838/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access60.9%
Healthcare Facilities35

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Pollard has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average59.5°F
10% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation338 ft (103 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density620/sq mi
Coordinates36.4296°N, 90.2671°W
County FIPS05021
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (73% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.6-point margin. 89.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.9%
D 18.3%

Winner: Republican by 61.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.0%
73% below US avg
High School+89.7%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density620/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities35
Restaurants22
Retail Stores46

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

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