Arkansas
Scranton is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 245. Residents earn $75,000 per year, which is 0% below the national average.
Based on current data, Scranton receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Scranton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Scranton is $75,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Scranton is $115,000, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $708 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Scranton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 93.6% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 6.4% |
| 52% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $75,000 |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $31,302 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $787 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $49,506 |
| Unemployment | 0.5% |
| 86% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 10.0% |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 454 |
| County GDP | $727M |
| Restaurants | 30 |
| Healthcare | 37 |
| Retail | 67 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,680 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.46% |
| Commute Time | 17.5 min |
| Work from Home | 2.9% |
| Census Median | $115,000 |
| 59% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $708 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
| Owner-Occupied | 75.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,680 |
| 52% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.46% |
| Obesity | 36.6% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.4% |
| Heart Disease | 6.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.7% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 7.7% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.2% |
| Depression | 28.1% |
| Mental Distress | 20.4% |
| Physical Distress | 14.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 97.6% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.5% |
| Premature Death | 13,583/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 64.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 37 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Annual Average | 60.7°F |
| 12% above US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 82°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 49.3 inches |
| 30% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 2.2 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 379 ft (116 m) |
| Area | 0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 480/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.3604°N, 93.5397°W |
| County FIPS | 05083 |
Winner: Republican by 62.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 17.1% |
| 49% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.7% |
| School Test Score | 4.91 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 480/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.5 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 93.0% |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 37 |
| Restaurants | 30 |
| Retail Stores | 67 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
| Avg Commute | 17.5 min |
| Work from Home | 2.9% |