Ratcliff, AR

Arkansas

Ratcliff is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 111. Residents earn $43,750 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
111 Population 61/sq mi density
$43,750 Median Income $29,668 per capita
$112,500 Home Value
$530 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 310 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$43,750 median income, 9.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,500 home value, $530/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,750
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $112,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.0%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $530
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.8%
172% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population111
Median Age54.4 yrs
Density61/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans6.9%

Economy

C
Median Income$43,750
Per Capita$29,668
Unemployment9.8%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$727M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,500
Rent$530
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units85
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity37.0%
Uninsured10.0%
Smoking17.5%
Depression28.7%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain49.3 in/yr
Sunny Days310/yr
Elevation408 ft (124 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.0%
High School+84.8%
Graduate+0.9%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute32 min
Broadband60.0%
Libraries2

Is Ratcliff a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ratcliff receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Ratcliff offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ratcliff is $43,750, 42% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.8%, unemployment is notably high. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ratcliff is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $530 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Ratcliff enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Ratcliff has a population of 111 with a density of 61 people per square mile. The median age is 54.4 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.3%), with 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

111
Total Population
61
People / sq mi
54.4yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.4%
Female 58.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Ratcliff vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ratcliff vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ratcliff is $43,750, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Ratcliff vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,750
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,668
Avg Weekly Wage$787
IRS Avg AGI$49,506

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.8%
172% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)454
County GDP$727M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare37
Retail67
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,680
52% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.49%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.5 min
Drive Alone78.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Ratcliff is $112,500, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $530 (54% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,500
60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$530
54% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.3%
Housing Units85
Median Year Built1992

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,680
52% below US avg
Effective Rate1.49%
In Ratcliff, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.0% of residents lack health insurance. 17.5% are current smokers. 28.7% report depression. 29.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure36.9%
Asthma11.1%
COPD8.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.5%
25% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity29.9%
Depression28.7%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress15.3%
Short Sleep39.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.3%
Uninsured10.0%
16% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.6%
Dental Visits53.1%
Premature Death13,583/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access64.5%
Healthcare Facilities37
Ratcliff has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.3 inches. The area enjoys 310 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average60.7°F
12% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days310 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.3 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall2.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation408 ft (124 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density61/sq mi
Coordinates35.3069°N, 93.8886°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.2-point margin. 60.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80%
D 17.8%

Winner: Republican by 62.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.0%
64% below US avg
High School+84.8%
Graduate Degree+0.9%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density61/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants30
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.5 min
Drive Alone78.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.6%

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