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Rose Bud, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

Rose Bud is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 494. Residents earn $51,797 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
494 Population 82/sq mi density
$51,797 Median Income $33,099 per capita
$157,500 Home Value $217,252 Zillow
$725 Median Rent 19.8% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
206 Violent Crime/100K 3,093 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$51,797 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$157,500 home value, $725/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
206 violent crimes/100K (46% below avg)
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,797
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $157,500
44% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 206/100K
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.6%
21% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.5%
25% higher than US avg

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

People

Population494
Median Age52.2 yrs
Density82/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans10.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,797
Per Capita$33,099
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty15.5%
County GDP$5,737M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$157,500
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$217,252
Housing Units246
Rent Burden19.8%

Crime

F
Violent206/100K
Property3,093/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault206/100K
Burglary1,649/100K

Health

Obesity39.1%
Uninsured12.3%
Smoking19.3%
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.5 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation743 ft (226 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.6%
High School+88.9%
Graduate+6.5%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute22 min
Broadband84.1%
Libraries6

Is Rose Bud a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rose Bud is $51,797, 31% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.5% 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 Rose Bud is $157,500, 44% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Rose Bud is below the national average at 206 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,093 per 100,000, 58% above the national average.

Education

26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Rose Bud enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Rose Bud has a population of 494 with a density of 82 people per square mile. The median age is 52.2 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%), with 1.2% Hispanic.

Population

494
Total Population
82
People / sq mi
52.2yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
6.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.8%
Female 49.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Rose Bud vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.4%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.6%
58% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Rose Bud vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rose Bud is $51,797, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Rose Bud vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,797
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,099
Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$71,436

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.5%
25% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,252
County GDP$5,737M

Business (County)

Restaurants274
Healthcare383
Retail415
Manufacturing94

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,865
18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.5 min
Drive Alone88.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Rose Bud is $157,500, 44% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $217,252.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$157,500
44% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$217,252

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$141
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio89.5%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden19.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.5%
Housing Units246
Median Year Built1986

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,865
18% below US avg
Effective Rate1.82%
In Rose Bud, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.3% of residents lack health insurance. 19.3% are current smokers. 27.1% report depression. 32.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Rose Bud vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure36.6%
Asthma10.7%
COPD8.5%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.3%
38% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.3%
Physical Inactivity32.0%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress15.7%
Short Sleep38.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Uninsured12.3%
43% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.2%
Dental Visits50.4%
Premature Death9,026/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access64.6%
Healthcare Facilities383
Rose Bud has a violent crime rate of 206 per 100,000 residents, 46% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,093 per 100,000 (58% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent206.2/100K
46% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault206.2/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,092.8/100K
58% above US avg
Burglary1,649.5/100K
Theft1,030.9/100K
Vehicle Theft412.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Rose Bud 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 is 50.5 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average59.8°F
11% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.5 inches
33% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation743 ft (226 m)
Area6.0 sq mi (15.6 km²)
Population Density82/sq mi
Coordinates35.3212°N, 92.0765°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05045
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 26.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (21% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.3-point margin. 84.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.9%
D 32.6%

Winner: Republican by 32.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.6%
21% below US avg
High School+88.9%
Graduate Degree+6.5%
School Test Score4.91
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density82/sq mi
Total Area6.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.1%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities383
Restaurants274
Retail Stores415

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.5 min
Drive Alone88.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.2%

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