Median Income $38,250

49% lower than US avg

Home Value $82,800

71% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 4.5%

87% lower than US avg

Median Rent $398

66% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 43.0%

34% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.7%

25% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 9.0%

27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population441

Median Age50.3 yrs

Density342/mi²

Male / Female44% / 56%

Largest GroupWhite 99%

Veterans1.5%

Economy

B+

Median Income$38,250

Per Capita$36,810

Unemployment2.7%

Poverty9.0%

County GDP$559M

Commute25 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$82,800

Rent$398

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units234

Rent Burden26.7%

Health

Obesity43.0%

Uninsured11.6%

Smoking19.7%

Depression28.7%

Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain47.5 in/yr

Sunny Days305/yr

Elevation263 ft (80 m)

Education

Bachelor's+4.5%

High School+65.9%

Graduate+1.3%

School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%

Commute25 min

Broadband49.5%

Libraries3

Is Portia a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Portia is $38,250, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 9.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Portia is $82,800, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $398 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 65.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Portia enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Portia has a population of 441 with a density of 342 people per square mile. The median age is 50.3 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.6%).

Population

441

Total Population

342

People / sq mi

50.3yrs

Median Age

29% above US avg

1.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.8%

Female 56.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Portia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Portia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Portia is $38,250, which is 49% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Portia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$38,250
	49% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$36,810
Avg Weekly Wage	$834
IRS Avg AGI	$52,419

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.7%
	25% below US avg
Poverty Rate	9.0%
	27% below US avg
Establishments (County)	397
County GDP	$559M

Business (County)

Restaurants	30
Healthcare	30
Retail	56
Manufacturing	15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$1,527
	56% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	1.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	24.6 min
Drive Alone	85.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Portia is $82,800, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $398 (66% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$82,800
	71% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$398
	66% below US avg
Rent Burden	26.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	75.0%
Housing Units	234
Median Year Built	1969

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$1,527
	56% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.84%

In Portia, 43.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.6% of residents lack health insurance. 19.7% are current smokers. 28.7% report depression. 33.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	43.0%
	34% above US avg
Diabetes	11.3%
Heart Disease	7.0%
High Blood Pressure	37.9%
Asthma	11.0%
COPD	9.4%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	19.7%
	41% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.7%
Physical Inactivity	33.0%
Depression	28.7%
Mental Distress	21.6%
Physical Distress	16.7%
Short Sleep	37.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	91.0%
Uninsured	11.6%
	35% above US avg
Checkup Rate	76.0%
Dental Visits	53.3%
Premature Death	14,246/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	5.2/10
Exercise Access	35.1%
Healthcare Facilities	30

Portia has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.5 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	58.9°F
	9% above US avg
January Average	36°F (2°C)
July Average	80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	47.5 inches
	25% above US avg
Snowfall	3.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	263 ft (80 m)
Area	1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density	342/sq mi
Coordinates	36.0849°N, 91.0710°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	05075

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64-point margin. 49.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81%

D 17%

Winner: Republican by 64 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	4.5%
	87% below US avg
High School+	65.9%
Graduate Degree+	1.3%
School Test Score	4.91

F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	342/sq mi
Total Area	1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	49.5%
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	30
Restaurants	30
Retail Stores	56

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	24.6 min
Drive Alone	85.2%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Portia, AR

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Portia a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Portia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Portia vs U.S. Average

Income: Portia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities