Arkansas
Sidney is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 152. Residents earn $49,375 per year, which is 34% below the national average.
Based on current data, Sidney receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Sidney offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Sidney is $49,375, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. The poverty rate of 16.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
The median home value in Sidney is $113,900, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
10.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Sidney enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches, including 6.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $49,375 |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $32,232 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $800 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $49,927 |
| Unemployment | 0.9% |
| 75% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.7% |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 256 |
| County GDP | $390M |
| Restaurants | 17 |
| Healthcare | 31 |
| Retail | 45 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,567 |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.25% |
| Commute Time | 20.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 86.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 6.6% |
| Census Median | $113,900 |
| 60% below US avg |
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
| Owner-Occupied | 97.8% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,567 |
| 27% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.25% |
| Obesity | 40.6% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.7% |
| Heart Disease | 8.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.9% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 11.0% |
| Stroke | 4.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 37.8% |
| Depression | 29.1% |
| Mental Distress | 22.7% |
| Physical Distress | 18.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 90.7% |
| Checkup Rate | 75.9% |
| Premature Death | 11,978/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 53.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 31 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Annual Average | 57.0°F |
| 6% above US avg | |
| January Average | 35°F (2°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 51.5 inches |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 6.7 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 654 ft (199 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 73/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.0044°N, 91.6583°W |
| County FIPS | 05065 |
Winner: Republican by 65.9 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 10.8% |
| 68% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 86.0% |
| School Test Score | 4.91 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 73/sq mi |
| Total Area | 2.1 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 45.0% |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 31 |
| Restaurants | 17 |
| Retail Stores | 45 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Avg Commute | 20.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 86.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 6.6% |