Rudy, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

Rudy is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 149. Residents earn $52,847 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
149 Population 91/sq mi density
$52,847 Median Income $19,731 per capita
$594 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$52,847 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$594/mo rent
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
26.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,847
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.9%
20% lower than US avg
Median Rent $594
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 50.0%
303% higher than US avg

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

People

Population149
Median Age30.8 yrs
Density91/mi²
Male / Female26% / 74%
Largest GroupWhite 44%
Veterans98.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$52,847
Per Capita$19,731
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty50.0%
County GDP$2,328M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$594
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$258,949
Housing Units50
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity34.9%
Uninsured9.6%
Smoking14.3%
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain53.4 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation793 ft (242 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.9%
High School+59.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute19 min
Broadband55.0%
Libraries6

Is Rudy a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rudy receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Rudy offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rudy is $52,847, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 50.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $594 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

26.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 59.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Rudy enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°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 53.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Rudy has a population of 149 with a density of 91 people per square mile. The median age is 30.8 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (44.3%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 12.8% Black.

Population

149
Total Population
91
People / sq mi
30.8yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 26.2%
Female 73.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Rudy vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.9%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.1%
13% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Rudy vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rudy is $52,847, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 50.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Rudy vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,847
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,731
Avg Weekly Wage$938
IRS Avg AGI$59,294

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate50.0%
303% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,281
County GDP$2,328M

Business (County)

Restaurants101
Healthcare121
Retail165
Manufacturing50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,191
37% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.0 min
Drive Alone93.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $594 (49% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $258,949.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$258,949

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$115
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio94.6%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$594
49% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.1%
Housing Units50
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,191
37% below US avg
In Rudy, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.6% of residents lack health insurance. 14.3% are current smokers. 26.5% report depression. 25.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.9%
9% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure34.5%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.3%
2% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity25.1%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.6%
Short Sleep36.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.6%
Uninsured9.6%
12% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.3%
Dental Visits58.5%
Premature Death11,457/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.9/10
Exercise Access59.5%
Healthcare Facilities121
Rudy has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.4 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.0°F
9% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.4 inches
41% above US avg
Snowfall3.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation793 ft (242 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density91/sq mi
Coordinates35.5275°N, 94.2404°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05033
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 26.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.2-point margin. 55.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.1%
D 19.9%

Winner: Republican by 58.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.9%
20% below US avg
High School+59.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.91
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density91/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities121
Restaurants101
Retail Stores165

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.0 min
Drive Alone93.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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