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Rison, AR

Arkansas · Cleveland County

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.

Data updated April 2026

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 36.7% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 323 sunny days/yr
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

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Full City Profile
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%
Veterans6.0%

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
Ownership45.6%
Zillow$169,333
Housing Units511
Rent Burden36.7%

Crime

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

Health

Obesity46.0%
Uninsured12.6%
Smoking18.6%
Depression24.8%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Sunny Days323/yr
Elevation228 ft (69 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.8%
High School+86.6%
Graduate+2.2%
School Score5.03

Community

2024 VoteR 83% / D 16%
Commute22 min
Broadband69.3%
EV Stations3
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, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. 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 5/10.

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. With 323 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. 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, spread across 2.6 square miles. The median age is 39.9 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 57.7% female and 42.3% male. The city is predominantly White (52.4%), with 45% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.1% of residents. 6.0% of the population are veterans. 41.2% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 94.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

966
Total Population
295
People / sq mi
39.9yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.3%
Female 57.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Rison vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish 0.9%
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. Per capita income is $18,956 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $859, 40% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 31.3% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 127 business establishments, including 3 restaurants. The cost of living index is 86.9, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 1.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

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
Gini Index0.451 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

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
Cost of Living86.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Drive Alone77.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Rison is $115,600, 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $169,333, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $519 (55% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $751 for a one-bedroom to $944 for a two-bedroom apartment. 45.6% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 511 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1980. The average annual property tax is $1,389 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 36.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.6x.

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
Rent Burden36.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership45.6%
Owner-Occupied45.6%
Renter-Occupied54.4%
Housing Units511
Median Year Built1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,389
60% below US avg
Effective Rate1.20%
In Rison, 46.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 13.6% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.8% of residents, above the national average. 42.9% have high blood pressure. 18.6% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 13.9% report binge drinking. 35.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 24.8% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 21.1% experience frequent mental distress. 12.6% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). 1.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.9 out of 10.

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%
Cancer6.4%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.6%
33% above US avg
Binge Drinking13.9%
Physical Inactivity35.7%
Depression24.8%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress16.4%
Short Sleep47.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Uninsured12.6%
47% above US avg
Checkup Rate78.5%
Dental Visits46.3%
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. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 0.0 per 100,000, robbery at 0.0, rape at 75.6. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,967 per 100,000, 0% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 832, burglary at 1,059, vehicle theft at 76 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 5 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Rison receives a safety grade of F.

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
Traffic Accidents58
Avg Accident Severity2.9 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Rison enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 323 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 228 feet.

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)
Sunny Days323 days/yr

Geography

Elevation228 ft (69 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.8 km²)
Population Density295/sq mi
Coordinates33.9600°N, 92.1936°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
CountyCleveland County County
Nearest AirportPinebluff Regional/Grider Field (PBF)
21 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Wettest Month (Mar) 5.28"
Driest Month (Aug) 3.19"

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskVery Low
Risk Score9.5 / 100
Social Vulnerability90.1 / 100
Community Resilience8.5 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Low
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Very Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Low
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Very Low
Lightning Relatively Low
Ice Storm Relatively Moderate
Drought Very Low
Cold Wave Very Low
Landslide Very Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

180 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M2.8 on Jan 23, 2021.

Feb 28, 2011 4 km NE of Greenbrier, Arkansas M4.7 146 km
May 4, 2001 8 km NNW of Holland, Arkansas M4.3 143 km
Feb 18, 2011 4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas M4.1 147 km
Feb 18, 2011 3 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas M3.9 145 km
Apr 8, 2011 3 km NE of Greenbrier, Arkansas M3.9 146 km
Feb 17, 2011 4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas M3.8 147 km
Jan 8, 2019 8 km WNW of Hollandale, Mississippi M3.7 144 km
Apr 7, 2011 2 km NE of Greenbrier, Arkansas M3.7 144 km
Feb 20, 2011 3 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas M3.6 146 km
Feb 28, 2011 4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas M3.6 147 km
Apr 8, 2011 2 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas M3.5 145 km
Mar 9, 2011 1 km NW of Greenbrier, Arkansas M3.5 144 km
Feb 25, 2011 4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas M3.5 147 km
Mar 3, 2011 0 km N of Greenbrier, Arkansas M3.5 144 km
Feb 16, 2011 4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas M3.5 147 km
Feb 24, 2011 4 km SSW of Guy, Arkansas M3.4 148 km
Feb 28, 2011 4 km S of Guy, Arkansas M3.4 148 km
Feb 26, 2011 5 km SSW of Guy, Arkansas M3.4 147 km
Apr 7, 2011 1 km E of Greenbrier, Arkansas M3.4 142 km
Feb 19, 2011 4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas M3.4 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Laura (2020, Cat 1).

Year Name Category Closest
2020 Laura Category 1 234 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Tornado History

476 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 55 fatalities, 880 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Mar 1, 1997 EF4 77 km 0
Mar 1, 1997 EF4 75 km 5
Mar 1, 1997 EF4 69 km 10
Mar 28, 1975 EF4 46 km 7
Apr 3, 1968 EF4 32 km 5
Mar 31, 2023 EF3 89 km 0
May 10, 2008 EF3 81 km 0
Feb 24, 2007 EF3 48 km 0
Feb 24, 2001 EF3 77 km 0
Jan 21, 1999 EF3 41 km 0
Jan 21, 1999 EF3 62 km 0
Jan 21, 1999 EF3 69 km 3
May 27, 1996 EF3 66 km 0
Nov 9, 1984 EF3 92 km 0
May 14, 1983 EF3 86 km 0
May 14, 1983 EF3 28 km 0
Dec 3, 1982 EF3 72 km 0
Dec 2, 1982 EF3 74 km 2
Apr 25, 1982 EF3 76 km 0
Apr 8, 1979 EF3 86 km 0
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (4,134 ac, 2006).

Year Name Acres Distance
2006 UNNAMED 4,134 96 km
2006 UNNAMED 2,066 46 km
2000 UNNAMED 2,042 73 km
2012 LACEY 1,439 61 km
2010 DREW 1,283 77 km
2006 SHALLOW LAKE ROAD WEST 2 H 1,146 93 km
2013 SINGLETON CREEK 1,124 64 km
2007 BOULDIN HOUSE N 3F 1,061 95 km
2006 UNNAMED 1,057 89 km
2012 ROSE HILL 1,002 90 km
2011 SHALLOW LAKE WEST 900 93 km
2000 SHALLOW LAKE W 892 93 km
1986 UNNAMED 889 94 km
1987 UNNAMED 839 95 km
2010 EAST CAMDEN 837 58 km
1989 SHALLOW LAKE 820 93 km
1996 RIDGE ROAD 804 93 km
2006 PINE ISLAND 757 92 km
2014 ARFSR-FY14-RX-JONES LAKE 752 87 km
1995 BOULDINHSE 748 95 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 43°F (6°C) 4.1 in Coldest
February 46°F (8°C) 4.3 in
March 54°F (12°C) 5.3 in Wettest
April 62°F (17°C) 4.7 in
May 70°F (21°C) 4.9 in
June 77°F (25°C) 3.8 in
July 81°F (27°C) 4.3 in Warmest
August 80°F (27°C) 3.2 in Driest
September 74°F (23°C) 3.8 in
October 63°F (17°C) 4.3 in
November 52°F (11°C) 5.0 in
December 44°F (7°C) 5.3 in

Rison has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 43°F in January to 81°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 52.7 inches, with March being the wettest month (5.3") and August the driest (3.2").

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Rison is located in Cleveland County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent, a rural community. 15.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 53% below the national average of 33.7%. 86.6% have completed high school. 2.2% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 83.1% of the vote, a 67.6-point margin. 69.3% of households have broadband internet access (below the 90.0% national rate). The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 5 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 77% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.1%
D 15.5%

Winner: Republican by 67.6 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5
Traffic Accidents58
Avg Accident Severity2.9 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.8%
53% below US avg
High School+86.6%
Graduate Degree+2.2%
School Test Score5.03
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro / Rural, adjacent
Population Density295/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi
CountyCleveland County County

Services

Broadband Access69.3%
Avg Download Speed34.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed16.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed150 Mbps
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities5
Restaurants3
Retail Stores21

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Drive Alone77.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%
Average costs for common services in Rison. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $217 ($130–$348)
Specialist Visit $304 ($174–$478)
Urgent Care Visit $174 ($87–$304)
Emergency Room Visit $1,912 ($695–$4,345)
Dental Cleaning $113 ($65–$174)
Dental Filling $217 ($130–$348)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $39 ($22–$65)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $65 ($43–$104)
Brake Pad Replacement $261 ($130–$435)
Tire Rotation $35 ($17–$65)
New Tires (Set of 4) $521 ($348–$869)
Battery Replacement $174 ($87–$304)
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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $87 ($52–$130)
Electrician (Per Hour) $78 ($43–$122)
HVAC Repair $348 ($130–$695)
HVAC System Install $6,083 ($3,476–$10,428)
Roof Repair $869 ($348–$1,738)
Roof Replacement $7,821 ($4,780–$13,035)
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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,304 ($435–$3,042)
Divorce (Contested) $13,035 ($4,345–$26,070)
DUI Defense $4,345 ($1,738–$8,690)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,304 ($695–$2,607)
Will Preparation $435 ($174–$869)
Trust Preparation $2,173 ($869–$4,345)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $22 ($13–$39)
Women's Haircut $48 ($26–$87)
Hair Coloring (Full) $130 ($65–$217)
Manicure $22 ($13–$39)
Pedicure $35 ($22–$56)
Massage (1 Hour) $70 ($43–$113)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.56 ($2.61–$4.78)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.04 ($2.17–$4.35)
Loaf of Bread $3.30 ($2.17–$4.78)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $3.91 ($2.61–$5.65)
Ground Beef (per lb) $4.78 ($3.48–$6.52)
Rice (per lb) $0.87 ($0.52–$1.56)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $122 ($70–$217)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $61 ($26–$130)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $61 ($35–$104)
Internet (Monthly) $61 ($35–$87)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $56 ($26–$87)
Cable TV (Monthly) $74 ($43–$130)
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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $174 ($65–$435)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,738 ($1,043–$3,042)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $61 ($26–$113)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $13 ($6.95–$22)
Car Registration (Annual) $87 ($26–$217)
Driver's License Renewal $26 ($13–$65)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,043 ($521–$2,173)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $869 ($435–$1,738)
After-School Care (Monthly) $348 ($174–$608)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $43 ($22–$87)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $869 ($348–$2,173)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $10,863 ($4,345–$26,070)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $52 ($26–$87)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $87 ($43–$174)
Dog Grooming $52 ($26–$87)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $35 ($17–$65)
Dog Spay/Neuter $261 ($130–$435)
Cat Spay/Neuter $174 ($87–$348)
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Top Industries in Cleveland County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance 263 30 $44,088 1.76
Retail Trade 57 17 $22,682 0.55
Transportation & Warehousing 40 5 $45,481 0.90
Other Services 14 8 $42,176 0.44

Schools in Rison

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
RISON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 377 34 11.1:1
RISON HIGH SCHOOL High 362 34 10.6:1
WOODLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elementary 299 19 15.7:1
WOODLAWN HIGH SCHOOL High 274 22 12.5:1
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Radio Stations near Rison

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Campgrounds Near Rison

3 campgrounds found near Rison.

NameRatingSitesPrice
RISING STAR 4.7/5 25 $26–$75
TAR CAMP 4.4/5 47 $26–$75
STE MARIE PARK 2 $75

National Parks Near Rison

20 national parks and monuments found near Rison.

ParkTypeFee
Arkansas Post Museum State Park State Park Free
Arkansas Post National Memorial National Memorial Free
Cane Creek State Park State Park Free
De Gray State Park State Park Free
Hot Springs National Park National Park Free
Huey P Long Border Marker Park State Park Free
James T. Jordan Municipal Park State Park Free
Jenkins Ferry State Park State Park Free
Lake Catherine State Park State Park Free
Lake Ouachita State Park State Park Free
Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site National Historic Site Free
Logoly State Park State Park Free
Marks' Mills State Park State Park Free
Mccloy Park State Park Free
Moro Bay State Park State Park Free
Pinnacle Mountain State Park State Park Free
Poison Springs State Park State Park Free
Toltec Mounds Archeological State Park State Park Free
Wayside Park State Park Free
White Oak Lake State Park State Park Free

Museums in Rison

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
DALLAS COUNTY MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM221 N MAIN ST8703525262$64,758
CLEVELAND COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION508 N PETERS AVE
SULPHUR SPRINGS HISTORIC PRESERVATION ASSOCIATIONHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Farmers Markets in Rison

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Rison Farmers Market201 Main Street05/26/2016 to 08/25/2016Thu: 4:00 PM-6:00 PM;

Cafes in Rison

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Main Street Cafe

Gas Stations in Rison

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Conoco

Nursing Homes in Rison

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
THE GREEN HOUSE COTTAGES OF SOUTHERN HILLS
701 SOUTH MAIN STREET
Non profit - Corporation 75 61 3/5 4/5 3/5 8703256202

Cell Towers in Rison

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
RISON CELL SITETOWER126
Approx. 600' W of AR-35 and .76 miles SE of Intersection of AR-35 and AR-114TOWER126
11301 Lewis Lane (FAITH CELL SITE)TOWER106
11301 Lewis Lane (FAITH CELL SITE)TOWER106
3303 Highway 48 (63873)LTOWER102
334 Highway 79 North (70941)GTOWER98
Paul Bear Bryant Site 160 Bryant SpurTOWER93
241 Adams Road (70907)GTOWER81
5920 HWY 54 (70074)LTOWER81
5920 HWY 54 (70074)LTOWER81
Arkansas State Highway (70935)LTOWER79
5420 WIHTAKER ROAD (70083)LTOWER79
5420 WIHTAKER ROAD (70083)LTOWER79
5420 WIHTAKER ROAD (70083)LTOWER79
(Fordyce site) 1403 MORO STREETTOWER76

Fire Stations in Rison

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Pansy Volunteer Fire Department60 Roberts RDVolunteer870-718-1075
Rison Fire Department405 MainVolunteer870-325-6381
Woodlawn Volunteer Fire Department270 Woolley RDVolunteer870-489-5645

Bridges in Rison

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel19362192,800F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel1948522,705F
SlabConcrete1985140700G
CulvertAluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron198526700G
Channel BeamConcrete195938634F
SlabPrestressed concrete2023160634G
Stringer/Multi-beamPrestressed concrete2023160634G
Channel BeamConcrete195676630F
Channel BeamConcrete1956114630F
Channel BeamConcrete195676630P
Channel BeamConcrete195638630F
Channel BeamConcrete195676630P
SlabPrestressed concrete2023160610G
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel199732212G

Superfund Sites Near Rison

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
GEORGIA-PACIFIC WOOD PRODUCTS LLC FORDYCE OSB#1 GEORGIA-PACIFIC DRIVECALHOUN
GEORGIA-PACIFIC WOOD PRODUCTS LLC FORDYCE OSB#1 GEORGIA-PACIFIC DRIVECALHOUN
GEORGIA-PACIFIC WOOD PRODUCTS LLC FORDYCE OSB#1 GEORGIA-PACIFIC DRIVECALHOUN

Airports Near Rison

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Monticello Municipal Ellis FieldMedium Airport
Pine Bluff Regional Airport, Grider FieldPBFMedium Airport
Saline County Regional AirportMedium Airport
South Arkansas Regional Airport at Goodwin FieldELDMedium Airport
Allen Brothers Farm AirportSmall Airport
Almyra Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Benoit AirfieldSmall Airport
Billy Free Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Boydell AirportSmall Airport
Bredlow Farm AirportSmall Airport
Capps AirportSmall Airport
Chatham AirportSmall Airport
ChrisAir Montrose AirportSmall Airport
Clayton AirportSmall Airport
County Line Flying Services AirportSmall Airport
Coy AirportSmall Airport
England Flying Service AirportSmall Airport
Farm Brothers Flyers AirportSmall Airport
Farm Brothers Flying Service Atkins Lake AirportSmall Airport
Farm Brothers Flying Service Cornerstone AirportSmall Airport
Farm Brothers Flying Service Grady AirportSmall Airport
Fordyce Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Freedom FieldSmall Airport
Frizzell AirportSmall Airport
Gillespie StripSmall Airport
Grady AirportSmall Airport
Hampton Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Harrell FieldCDHSmall Airport
Hartley Flying Service AirportSmall Airport
Heard AirportSmall Airport
Heird Hill Farm AirportSmall Airport
Henderson AirportSmall Airport
Henderson AirportSmall Airport
Hickory RidgeSmall Airport
Hiller Ultralight FlightparkSmall Airport
Katheryn's Landing AirportSmall Airport
Keo Flying Service AirportSmall Airport
King Agricultural Flying Services AirportSmall Airport
Malvern Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Maynard AirportSmall Airport
Mount Pleasant West AirportSmall Airport
One Horse Store AirportSmall Airport
Pointer AirportSmall Airport
Prides AirportSmall Airport
Pumpkin Patch FieldSmall Airport
Sheridan Municipal AirportSmall Airport
Sickel AirportSmall Airport
Sid's Place AirportSmall Airport
Smith's International AirportSmall Airport
Star City Municipal AirportSmall Airport

Police Stations in Rison

5 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
Cleveland County Sheriff's Office
Dallas County Sheriff's Office
Fordyce Police Department
Kingsland Police Department
Rison Police Department

Grocery Stores in Rison

2 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
DOLLAR GENERAL 4939Other7104 Highway 79
ShopwiseGrocery Store250 N Main St

Post Offices in Rison

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Rison Post Office

Treatment Centers in Rison

2 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Jefferson Regional Medical CenterMental Health870-541-7100 x7131
Millcreek Behavioral HealthMental Health870-352-8203

DOL Wage Violations in Rison

2 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $19,893 in back wages owed to 20 employees.

2
Violations
$19,893
Back Wages Owed
20
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Chris Reed Logging 71665 2 $19,705 $1,037 19
Housing Authority of the City Rison 71665 1 $189 $189 1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Rison

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
MOUNT OLIVET METHODIST CHURCH8950 HIGHWAY 63
TRINITY FAITH ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCHPO BOX 362

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Historic Markers
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UFO Sightings
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rison

What is the population of Rison?

Rison has a population of 966 residents and is located in Arkansas. The population density is 295 people per square mile, spread across 2.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.9 years. The population is 57.7% female and 42.3% male.

Is Rison expensive to live in?

Rison is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 86.9 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $24,911, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $115,600 (59% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $519 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Rison safe?

Rison is considered a very safe city 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 (below the national average). Overall, Rison receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Rison?

Rison enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 81°F in July. The area receives 323 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Rison?

The job market in Rison is very strong, with unemployment at just 0.9% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $859. There are 127 business establishments in the area, including 3 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 1.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Rison?

The median home value in Rison is $115,600. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $169,333. For renters, the median monthly rent is $519. Fair market rent is $751 for a 1-bedroom and $944 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 45.6%. The average annual property tax is $1,389.

How are the schools in Rison?

Schools in Rison score 5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 15.8% of adults in Rison hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.6% have completed high school. 2.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Rison?

The obesity rate in Rison is 46.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.6% of adults are smokers. 35.7% are physically inactive. 24.8% of residents report depression. 12.6% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 1.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities.

What is transportation like in Rison?

The average commute in Rison is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 77% of workers drive alone to work, and 1.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of Rison?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Rison is 52.4% White, 45% Black or African American. 99.1% of residents speak only English at home. 6.0% of the population are military veterans. 41.2% of residents have a disability. 94.2% have health insurance coverage.

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