Rover, AR

Arkansas

Rover is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 156. Residents earn $80,948 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
156 Population 45/sq mi density
$80,948 Median Income $39,596 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$80,948 median income, 0.0% unemployment
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $80,948
8% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.1%
79% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.7%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population156
Median Age65.0 yrs
Density45/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans74.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$80,948
Per Capita$39,596
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$895M
Commute5 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.2%
Heart Disease7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain54.4 in/yr
Elevation401 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.1%
High School+93.6%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute5 min
Broadband72.0%
Libraries2

Is Rover a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rover receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Rover offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rover is $80,948, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 5 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Rover enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 54.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Rover has a population of 156 with a density of 45 people per square mile. The median age is 65.0 years, 67% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.8%).

Population

156
Total Population
45
People / sq mi
65.0yrs
Median Age
67% above US avg
3.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.9%
Female 48.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Rover vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Rover vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rover is $80,948, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 5 minutes.

Income: Rover vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$80,948
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,596
Avg Weekly Wage$798
IRS Avg AGI$50,856

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)411
County GDP$895M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare48
Retail55
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,647
53% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time5.0 min
Drive Alone55.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied68.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,647
53% below US avg
In Rover, 43.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.2% report depression. 36.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.7%
36% above US avg
Diabetes12.5%
Heart Disease7.6%
High Blood Pressure40.6%
Asthma11.5%
COPD10.9%
Stroke4.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity36.6%
Depression29.2%
Mental Distress23.1%
Physical Distress18.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.5%
Checkup Rate74.4%
Premature Death10,521/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access72.1%
Healthcare Facilities48

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Rover has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 54.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average62.6°F
16% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall54.4 inches
43% above US avg
Snowfall2.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation401 ft (122 m)
Area3.5 sq mi (9.0 km²)
Population Density45/sq mi
Coordinates34.9518°N, 93.4090°W
County FIPS05149
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.7-point margin. 72.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.5%
D 18.7%

Winner: Republican by 60.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.1%
79% below US avg
High School+93.6%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density45/sq mi
Total Area3.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities48
Restaurants20
Retail Stores55

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute5.0 min
Drive Alone55.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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