Arkansas · Metropolitan Area
Quitman is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 748. Residents earn $37,067 per year, which is 51% below the national average.
Based on current data, Quitman receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Quitman has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Quitman is $37,067, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 27.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.
The median home value in Quitman is $111,200, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $650 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Quitman is below the national average at 266 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,914 per 100,000, 151% above the national average.
14.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Quitman enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $37,067 |
| 51% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,856 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $961 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $71,436 |
| Unemployment | 7.0% |
| 94% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 27.4% |
| 121% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 3,252 |
| County GDP | $5,737M |
| Restaurants | 274 |
| Healthcare | 383 |
| Retail | 415 |
| Manufacturing | 94 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,865 |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.58% |
| Commute Time | 20.2 min |
| Work from Home | 2.4% |
| Census Median | $111,200 |
| 61% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $254,737 |
| Census Median Rent | $650 |
| 44% below US avg |
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
| Owner-Occupied | 60.9% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,865 |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.58% |
| Obesity | 37.1% |
| 16% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.0% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.5% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 7.6% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.4% |
| Depression | 27.1% |
| Mental Distress | 20.4% |
| Physical Distress | 15.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.7% |
| Premature Death | 9,026/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 64.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 383 |
| Total Violent | 265.6/100K |
| 30% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 265.6/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 0.0/100K |
| Total Property | 4,913.7/100K |
| 151% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 132.8/100K |
| Theft | 4,249.7/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 531.2/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 18 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 59.8°F |
| 11% above US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 50.5 inches |
| 33% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 589 ft (180 m) |
| Area | 1.9 sq mi (4.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 394/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.3817°N, 92.2147°W |
| County FIPS | 05045 |
Winner: Republican by 32.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 14.8% |
| 56% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 90.5% |
| School Test Score | 4.91 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 394/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.9 sq mi |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 383 |
| Restaurants | 274 |
| Retail Stores | 415 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 18 |
| Avg Commute | 20.2 min |
| Work from Home | 2.4% |