Poyen, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

Poyen is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 390. Residents earn $68,750 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
390 Population 1,258/sq mi density
$68,750 Median Income $23,987 per capita
$109,600 Home Value
$800 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$68,750 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$109,600 home value, $800/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,750
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $109,600
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.3%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $800
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population390
Median Age34.7 yrs
Density1,258/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans3.4%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,750
Per Capita$23,987
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty1.2%
County GDP$668M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$109,600
Rent$800
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units125
Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity38.4%
Uninsured10.2%
Smoking18.1%
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain57.8 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation236 ft (72 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.3%
High School+87.2%
Graduate+8.8%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute26 min
Broadband81.8%
Libraries1

Is Poyen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Poyen receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Poyen stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Poyen is $68,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Poyen is $109,600, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Poyen enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Poyen has a population of 390 with a density of 1,258 people per square mile. The median age is 34.7 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%), with 1.8% Black.

Population

390
Total Population
1,258
People / sq mi
34.7yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Poyen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.5%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.5%
74% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Poyen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Poyen is $68,750, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Poyen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,750
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,987
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$67,457

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)354
County GDP$668M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare25
Retail54
Manufacturing15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,107
40% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.6 min
Drive Alone86.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Poyen is $109,600, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,600
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$800
31% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.1%
Housing Units125
Median Year Built1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,107
40% below US avg
Effective Rate1.92%
In Poyen, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.2% of residents lack health insurance. 18.1% are current smokers. 27.4% report depression. 30.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure36.8%
Asthma10.4%
COPD8.2%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.1%
29% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity30.7%
Depression27.4%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress15.3%
Short Sleep39.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Uninsured10.2%
19% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits50.4%
Premature Death11,188/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access35.1%
Healthcare Facilities25
Poyen has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.8 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average61.9°F
15% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.8 inches
52% above US avg
Snowfall2.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,258/sq mi
Coordinates34.3242°N, 92.6420°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05053
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 23.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.9-point margin. 81.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.6%
D 14.8%

Winner: Republican by 68.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.3%
31% below US avg
High School+87.2%
Graduate Degree+8.8%
School Test Score4.91
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,258/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.8%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants22
Retail Stores54

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.6 min
Drive Alone86.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.5%

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