Sedgwick, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

Sedgwick is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 155. Residents earn $39,286 per year, which is 48% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
155 Population 298/sq mi density
$39,286 Median Income $20,010 per capita
$53,300 Home Value
$914 Median Rent 41.4% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$39,286 median income, 7.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$53,300 home value, $914/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,286
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $53,300
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.8%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $914
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.6%
42% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.5%
108% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.6%
74% higher than US avg

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

People

Population155
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density298/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans6.7%

Economy

C
Median Income$39,286
Per Capita$20,010
Unemployment7.5%
Poverty21.6%
County GDP$7,259M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$53,300
Rent$914
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units72
Rent Burden41.4%

Health

Obesity45.6%
Uninsured12.9%
Smoking23.4%
Depression30.7%
Heart Disease8.1%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain52.0 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation250 ft (76 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.8%
High School+91.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 68% / D 30%
Commute29 min
Broadband60.0%
Libraries4

Is Sedgwick a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sedgwick receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate. Sedgwick offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sedgwick is $39,286, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 21.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sedgwick is $53,300, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $914 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Sedgwick enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Sedgwick has a population of 155 with a density of 298 people per square mile. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.4%).

Population

155
Total Population
298
People / sq mi
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61.9%
Female 38.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Sedgwick vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Sedgwick vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sedgwick is $39,286, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Sedgwick vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,286
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,010
Avg Weekly Wage$994
IRS Avg AGI$72,055

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
108% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.6%
74% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,006
County GDP$7,259M

Business (County)

Restaurants267
Healthcare386
Retail441
Manufacturing90

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,983
15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.4 min
Drive Alone83.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Sedgwick is $53,300, 81% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $914 (21% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$53,300
81% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$914
21% below US avg
Rent Burden41.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$700
1 Bedroom$751
2 Bedrooms$944
3 Bedrooms$1,239
4 Bedrooms$1,406

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.0%
Housing Units72
Median Year Built1976

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,983
15% below US avg
Effective Rate5.60%
In Sedgwick, 45.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.9% of residents lack health insurance. 23.4% are current smokers. 30.7% report depression. 37.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.6%
42% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease8.1%
High Blood Pressure40.3%
Asthma11.9%
COPD11.1%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.4%
67% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.4%
Physical Inactivity37.5%
Depression30.7%
Mental Distress24.1%
Physical Distress18.8%
Short Sleep41.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.4%
Uninsured12.9%
50% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.1%
Dental Visits45.5%
Premature Death10,320/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access58.2%
Healthcare Facilities386
Sedgwick has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.0 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average58.9°F
9% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.0 inches
37% above US avg
Snowfall3.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation250 ft (76 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density298/sq mi
Coordinates35.9742°N, 90.8621°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05031
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 37.4-point margin. 60.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.5%
D 30.1%

Winner: Republican by 37.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.8%
74% below US avg
High School+91.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density298/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access60.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities386
Restaurants267
Retail Stores441

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)17

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.4 min
Drive Alone83.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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