Home Value $165,200

41% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 18.7%

45% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 33.9%

6% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.8%

50% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 21.2%

71% higher than US avg

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

People

Population657

Median Age53.0 yrs

Density357/mi²

Male / Female58% / 42%

Largest GroupWhite 88%

Veterans2.4%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$27,500

Unemployment1.8%

Poverty21.2%

County GDP$668M

Commute26 min

Housing

Home Value$165,200

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units279

Health

Obesity33.9%

Uninsured10.0%

Smoking15.8%

Depression26.5%

Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain50.4 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation363 ft (111 m)

Education

Bachelor's+18.7%

High School+92.7%

Graduate+2.4%

School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%

Commute26 min

Broadband77.7%

Libraries1

Is Sardis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sardis receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Sardis has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. The poverty rate of 21.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sardis is $165,200, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Sardis enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Sardis has a population of 657 with a density of 357 people per square mile. The median age is 53.0 years, 36% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.4%).

Population

657

Total Population

357

People / sq mi

53.0yrs

Median Age

36% above US avg

1.8mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.8%

Female 42.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Sardis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sardis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sardis is N/A. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Sardis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$27,500
Avg Weekly Wage	$996
IRS Avg AGI	$67,457

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.8%
	50% below US avg
Poverty Rate	21.2%
	71% above US avg
Establishments (County)	354
County GDP	$668M

Business (County)

Restaurants	22
Healthcare	25
Retail	54
Manufacturing	15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,107
	40% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	1.28%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	25.6 min
Drive Alone	83.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	8.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Sardis is $165,200, 41% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$165,200
	41% 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-Occupied	83.0%
Housing Units	279
Median Year Built	1989

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,107
	40% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.28%

In Sardis, 33.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.0% of residents lack health insurance. 15.8% are current smokers. 26.5% report depression. 28.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	33.9%
	6% above US avg
Diabetes	9.3%
Heart Disease	5.9%
High Blood Pressure	35.1%
Asthma	10.1%
COPD	6.7%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.8%
	13% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.3%
Physical Inactivity	28.4%
Depression	26.5%
Mental Distress	19.1%
Physical Distress	14.0%
Short Sleep	36.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	91.7%
Uninsured	10.0%
	16% above US avg
Checkup Rate	75.9%
Dental Visits	61.6%
Premature Death	11,188/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.4/10
Exercise Access	35.1%
Healthcare Facilities	25

Sardis has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.4 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	61.7°F
	14% above US avg
January Average	41°F (5°C)
July Average	81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	50.4 inches
	33% above US avg
Snowfall	3.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	363 ft (111 m)
Area	1.8 sq mi (4.8 km²)
Population Density	357/sq mi
Coordinates	34.5330°N, 92.4067°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	05053

It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.9-point margin. 77.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.6%

D 14.8%

Winner: Republican by 68.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	18.7%
	45% below US avg
High School+	92.7%
Graduate Degree+	2.4%
School Test Score	4.91

C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2	Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density	357/sq mi
Total Area	1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	77.7%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	25
Restaurants	22
Retail Stores	54

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	25.6 min
Drive Alone	83.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	8.5%

Sardis, AR

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Sardis a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Sardis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Sardis vs U.S. Average

Income: Sardis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities