Ponca, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

Ponca is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 70.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
70 Population 115/sq mi density
59°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
46.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 46.8%
39% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population70
Median Age54.6 yrs
Density115/mi²
Male / Female70% / 30%
Largest GroupWhite 53%
Veterans70.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$48,020
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$695M
Commute36 min

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.5 in/yr
Elevation1,466 ft (447 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+46.8%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute36 min
Broadband23.0%
Libraries3

Is Ponca a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ponca receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Ponca stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 46.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Ponca enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches, including 9.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Ponca has a population of 70 with a density of 115 people per square mile. The median age is 54.6 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (52.9%).

Population

70
Total Population
115
People / sq mi
54.6yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 70%
Female 30%

Race & Ethnicity

Ponca vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ponca vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ponca is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Ponca vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$48,020
Avg Weekly Wage$858
IRS Avg AGI$56,290

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)284
County GDP$695M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare20
Retail44
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,033
42% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.4 min
Drive Alone72.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home27.4%

Walkability

Ponca has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.7°F
9% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.5 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall9.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,466 ft (447 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density115/sq mi
Coordinates36.0293°N, 93.3624°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05087
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 46.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.6-point margin. 23.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.5%
D 19.9%

Winner: Republican by 58.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+46.8%
39% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.91
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density115/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access23.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants13
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.4 min
Drive Alone72.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home27.4%

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