Rye, AR

Arkansas

Rye is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 197. Residents earn $71,016 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
197 Population 45/sq mi density
$71,016 Median Income $25,971 per capita
$132,200 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
64°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$71,016 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$132,200 home value
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,016
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $132,200
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.8%
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population197
Median Age46.6 yrs
Density45/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,016
Per Capita$25,971
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$819M

Housing

A+
Home Value$132,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain53.0 in/yr
Elevation163 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.8%
High School+78.2%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
CommuteN/A
Broadband95.0%
Libraries2

Is Rye a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rye receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Rye stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Rye is $71,016, 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%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rye is $132,200, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Rye enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Rye has a population of 197 with a density of 45 people per square mile. The median age is 46.6 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

197
Total Population
45
People / sq mi
46.6yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
4.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Rye vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Rye vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rye is $71,016, which is 5% below 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.

Income: Rye vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,016
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,971
Avg Weekly Wage$852
IRS Avg AGI$57,791

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)520
County GDP$819M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare47
Retail79
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,779
49% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.35%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home29.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Rye is $132,200, 53% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$132,200
53% 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-Occupied91.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,779
49% below US avg
Effective Rate1.35%
In Rye, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 29.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.9%
24% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure36.7%
Asthma10.5%
COPD7.7%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity29.9%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death12,652/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access66.2%
Healthcare Facilities47

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Rye has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

44°F Jan (7°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average64.1°F
19% above US avg
January Average44°F (7°C)
July Average83°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.0 inches
40% above US avg
Snowfall0.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation163 ft (50 m)
Area4.4 sq mi (11.3 km²)
Population Density45/sq mi
Coordinates33.7505°N, 91.9985°W
County FIPS05043
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.8-point margin. 95.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66%
D 32.2%

Winner: Republican by 33.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.8%
35% below US avg
High School+78.2%
School Test Score4.91
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density45/sq mi
Total Area4.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities47
Restaurants38
Retail Stores79

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home29.1%

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