Quitman, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · Faulkner County County
Quitman, AR
At a Glance
How Quitman Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Quitman's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Quitman a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Quitman residents earn a median household income of $37,067 , which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,856. The unemployment rate stands at 11.5% (219% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 27.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,252 business establishments, including 274 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Quitman is $111,200 , 61% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $254,385. Median rent is $650/month, with 21.4% 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 1979.
Safety & Crime
Quitman reports 426 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 12% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,699/100K.
Education
14.8% of adults in Quitman hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below the national average). 90.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Quitman has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.4 inches.