Scranton, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · Logan County County
Scranton, AR
At a Glance
How Scranton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Scranton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Scranton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Scranton residents earn a median household income of $75,000 , which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,302. The unemployment rate stands at 0.7% (81% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 454 business establishments, including 30 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Scranton is $115,000 , 59% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $184,277. Median rent is $708/month, with 23.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 86.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1987.
Education
17.1% of adults in Scranton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below the national average). 89.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Scranton has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.3 inches.