Roe, AR

Arkansas

Roe is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 159.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
159 Population 883/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $52,942 per capita
$108,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
30.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $108,300
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.1%
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.5%
108% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.3%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population159
Median Age28.9 yrs
Density883/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 74%
Veterans95.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$52,942
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty1.3%
County GDP$265M
Commute37 min

Housing

Home Value$108,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain55.1 in/yr
Elevation212 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.1%
High School+97.8%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute37 min
Broadband46.0%
Libraries1

Is Roe a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Roe receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times, high obesity rates. Roe offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 7.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Roe is $108,300, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

30.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Roe enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Roe has a population of 159 with a density of 883 people per square mile. The median age is 28.9 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.2%), with 7.5% Black.

Population

159
Total Population
883
People / sq mi
28.9yrs
Median Age
26% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.8%
Female 52.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Roe vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Roe vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Roe is N/A. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Roe vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$52,942
Avg Weekly Wage$801
IRS Avg AGI$45,049

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
108% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.3%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)232
County GDP$265M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare22
Retail27
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,000
71% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.6 min
Drive Alone80.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Roe is $108,300, 62% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$108,300
62% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,000
71% below US avg
Effective Rate0.92%
In Roe, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.5% report depression. 31.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure38.0%
Asthma11.3%
COPD8.8%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.1%
Physical Inactivity31.5%
Depression28.5%
Mental Distress21.8%
Physical Distress16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Checkup Rate76.1%
Premature Death18,679/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.5/10
Exercise Access66.2%
Healthcare Facilities22

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Roe has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.1 inches
45% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation212 ft (65 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density883/sq mi
Coordinates34.6311°N, 91.3860°W
County FIPS05095
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 30.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 15.8-point margin. 46.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.9%
D 41.2%

Winner: Republican by 15.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.1%
11% below US avg
High School+97.8%
School Test Score4.91
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density883/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access46.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants20
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.6 min
Drive Alone80.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.6%

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