Rison, AR

Arkansas

Rison is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 966. Residents earn $24,911 per year, which is 67% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
966 Population 295/sq mi density
$24,911 Median Income $18,956 per capita
$115,600 Home Value $169,333 Zillow
$519 Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
76 Violent Crime/100K 1,967 property/100K
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$24,911 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$115,600 home value, $519/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
76 violent crimes/100K (80% below avg)
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $24,911
67% lower than US avg
Home Value $115,600
59% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 76/100K
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.8%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $519
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.0%
43% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 31.3%
152% higher than US avg

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

People

Population966
Median Age39.9 yrs
Density295/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 52%

Economy

C
Median Income$24,911
Per Capita$18,956
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty31.3%
County GDP$235M
Commute22 min

Housing

A
Home Value$115,600
Rent$519
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$169,333

Crime

F
Violent76/100K
Property1,967/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary1,059/100K

Health

Obesity46.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Elevation228 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.8%
High School+86.6%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute22 min
Libraries1

Is Rison a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rison receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Rison has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rison is $24,911, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. The poverty rate of 31.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rison is $115,600, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $519 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Rison is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 76 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,967 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Rison enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Rison has a population of 966 with a density of 295 people per square mile. The median age is 39.9 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (52.4%), with 45% Black.

Population

966
Total Population
295
People / sq mi
39.9yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
3.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.3%
Female 57.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Rison vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rison vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rison is $24,911, which is 67% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 31.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Rison vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$24,911
67% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,956
Avg Weekly Wage$859
IRS Avg AGI$60,284

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate31.3%
152% above US avg
Establishments (County)127
County GDP$235M

Business (County)

Restaurants3
Healthcare5
Retail21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,389
60% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Rison is $115,600, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $519 (55% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $169,333.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$115,600
59% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$169,333

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$519
55% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied45.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,389
60% below US avg
Effective Rate1.20%
In Rison, 46.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.8% report depression. 35.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.0%
43% above US avg
Diabetes13.6%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure42.9%
Asthma11.5%
COPD8.5%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.9%
Physical Inactivity35.7%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress16.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Checkup Rate78.5%
Premature Death13,720/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access1.4%
Healthcare Facilities5
Rison has a violent crime rate of 76 per 100,000 residents, 80% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,967 per 100,000 (0% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Rison vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent75.6/100K
80% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape75.6/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,966.7/100K
0% below US avg
Burglary1,059.0/100K
Theft832.1/100K
Vehicle Theft75.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Rison has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation228 ft (69 m)
Area3.3 sq mi (8.5 km²)
Population Density295/sq mi
Coordinates33.9600°N, 92.1936°W
County FIPS05025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 67.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.1%
D 15.5%

Winner: Republican by 67.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.8%
53% below US avg
High School+86.6%
School Test Score4.91
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density295/sq mi
Total Area3.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants3
Retail Stores21

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Work from Home1.9%

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