Prescott, AR
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Prescott, AR
At a Glance
How Prescott Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Prescott's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Prescott a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Prescott residents earn a median household income of $29,403 , which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $16,986. The unemployment rate stands at 4.1% (14% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 47.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 188 business establishments, including 9 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Prescott is $95,100 , 66% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $109,820. Median rent is $863/month, with 42.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 86.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1972.
Safety & Crime
Prescott reports 301 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 21% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,110/100K.
Education
11.4% of adults in Prescott hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below the national average). 95.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Prescott has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.6 inches.