Prattsville, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

Prattsville is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 431. Residents earn $47,917 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
431 Population 266/sq mi density
$47,917 Median Income $30,049 per capita
$89,000 Home Value
62°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$47,917 median income, 6.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$89,000 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,917
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $89,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.6%
83% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.0%
67% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.8%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population431
Median Age39.3 yrs
Density266/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans4.1%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,917
Per Capita$30,049
Unemployment6.0%
Poverty1.8%
County GDP$668M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$89,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units138

Health

Obesity38.4%
Uninsured10.3%
Smoking18.3%
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain57.8 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation319 ft (97 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.6%
High School+90.6%
Graduate+1.8%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%
Commute35 min
Broadband91.6%
Libraries1

Is Prattsville a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Prattsville is $47,917, 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Prattsville is $89,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Prattsville 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.

Prattsville has a population of 431 with a density of 266 people per square mile. The median age is 39.3 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.8%).

Population

431
Total Population
266
People / sq mi
39.3yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.8%
Female 36.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Prattsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Prattsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Prattsville is $47,917, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Prattsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,917
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,049
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$67,457

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.0%
67% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.8%
85% 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 Rate2.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.8 min
Drive Alone78.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Prattsville is $89,000, 68% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$89,000
68% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.8%
Housing Units138
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,107
40% below US avg
Effective Rate2.37%
In Prattsville, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.3% of residents lack health insurance. 18.3% are current smokers. 27.8% report depression. 30.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure36.7%
Asthma10.6%
COPD8.3%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.3%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity30.9%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress20.9%
Physical Distress15.5%
Short Sleep39.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Uninsured10.3%
20% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.5%
Dental Visits53.3%
Premature Death11,188/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access35.1%
Healthcare Facilities25
Prattsville 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

Elevation319 ft (97 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density266/sq mi
Coordinates34.3185°N, 92.5431°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05053
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.9-point margin. 91.6% 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+5.6%
83% below US avg
High School+90.6%
Graduate Degree+1.8%
School Test Score4.91
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density266/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.6%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants22
Retail Stores54

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.8 min
Drive Alone78.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

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