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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 99.0% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.0% |
| 93% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $39,833 |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $26,738 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $810 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,642 |
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.7% |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 352 |
| County GDP | $476M |
| Restaurants | 22 |
| Healthcare | 35 |
| Retail | 46 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,788 |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.15% |
| Commute Time | 30.1 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $83,300 |
| 70% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $663 |
| 43% below US avg |
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
| Owner-Occupied | 78.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,788 |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.15% |
| Obesity | 39.7% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.3% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 8.6% |
| Stroke | 3.4% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.1% |
| Depression | 29.1% |
| Mental Distress | 21.6% |
| Physical Distress | 15.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 79.8% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.2% |
| Premature Death | 10,838/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 60.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 35 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Annual Average | 59.5°F |
| 10% above US avg | |
| January Average | 36°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 338 ft (103 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 620/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.4296°N, 90.2671°W |
| County FIPS | 05021 |
Winner: Republican by 61.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 9.0% |
| 73% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.7% |
| School Test Score | 4.91 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 620/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.3 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 89.0% |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 35 |
| Restaurants | 22 |
| Retail Stores | 46 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 30.1 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |