Searcy, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · White County County
Searcy, AR
At a Glance
How Searcy Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Searcy's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Searcy a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Searcy residents earn a median household income of $50,896 , which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,810. The unemployment rate stands at 5.6% (56% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 17.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,804 business establishments, including 158 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Searcy is $176,200 , 37% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $223,280. Median rent is $849/month, with 31.8% 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 1989.
Safety & Crime
Searcy reports 415 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 9% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,439/100K.
Education
29.4% of adults in Searcy hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% below the national average). 90.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Searcy has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.8 inches.