Salado, AR

Arkansas

Salado is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 443. Residents earn $36,789 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
443 Population 224/sq mi density
$36,789 Median Income $9,230 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$36,789 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,789
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.6%
89% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.8%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population443
Median Age23.9 yrs
Density224/mi²
Male / Female28% / 72%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$36,789
Per Capita$9,230
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,636M
Commute25 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
Ownership36.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.5%
Heart Disease8.1%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.8 in/yr
Elevation451 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.6%
High School+79.5%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute25 min
Broadband95.0%
Libraries1

Is Salado a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Salado receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Salado has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Salado is $36,789, 51% below 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 25 minutes.

Education

3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Salado enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Salado has a population of 443 with a density of 224 people per square mile. The median age is 23.9 years, 39% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

443
Total Population
224
People / sq mi
23.9yrs
Median Age
39% below US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 28%
Female 72%

Race & Ethnicity

Salado vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Salado vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Salado is $36,789, which is 51% 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. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Salado vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,789
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$9,230
Avg Weekly Wage$935
IRS Avg AGI$60,486

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)958
County GDP$2,636M

Business (County)

Restaurants74
Healthcare107
Retail152
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,581
26% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.8 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

36.8% of homes are owner-occupied.

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

Homeownership36.8%
Owner-Occupied36.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,581
26% below US avg
In Salado, 44.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.5% report depression. 38.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.8%
40% above US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease8.1%
High Blood Pressure39.8%
Asthma11.4%
COPD10.8%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.3%
Physical Inactivity38.3%
Depression29.5%
Mental Distress22.8%
Physical Distress18.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate79.8%
Checkup Rate76.6%
Premature Death11,068/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access48.4%
Healthcare Facilities107

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Salado has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average59.6°F
10% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.8 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall2.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation451 ft (137 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density224/sq mi
Coordinates35.6954°N, 91.5923°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05063
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.5-point margin. 95.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.7%
D 19.2%

Winner: Republican by 59.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.6%
89% below US avg
High School+79.5%
School Test Score4.91
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density224/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities107
Restaurants74
Retail Stores152

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.8 min
Drive Alone86.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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