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St. Paul, AR

Arkansas

St. Paul is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 80. Residents earn $46,250 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
80 Population 178/sq mi density
$46,250 Median Income $28,174 per capita
$88,000 Home Value
60°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$46,250 median income, 7.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$88,000 home value
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,250
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $88,000
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.2%
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.4%
106% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.0%
61% higher than US avg

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

People

Population80
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density178/mi²
Male / Female58% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 83%
Veterans64.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$46,250
Per Capita$28,174
Unemployment7.4%
Poverty20.0%
County GDP$689M
Commute45 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$88,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units65
Rent Burden26.6%

Health

Obesity39.5%
Uninsured12.5%
Smoking18.6%
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain52.2 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation1,661 ft (506 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.2%
High School+80.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute45 min
Broadband32.0%
Libraries2

Is St. Paul a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, St. Paul receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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. St. Paul offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in St. Paul is $46,250, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 20.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in St. Paul is $88,000, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

St. Paul enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

St. Paul has a population of 80 with a density of 178 people per square mile. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.5%).

Population

80
Total Population
178
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.5%
Female 42.5%

Race & Ethnicity

St. Paul vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

St. Paul vs U.S. Average

The median household income in St. Paul is $46,250, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes.

Income: St. Paul vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,250
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,174
Avg Weekly Wage$855
IRS Avg AGI$56,661

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.4%
106% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.0%
61% above US avg
Establishments (County)394
County GDP$689M

Business (County)

Restaurants27
Healthcare38
Retail57
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,474
58% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time45.2 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in St. Paul is $88,000, 69% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$88,000
69% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units65
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,474
58% below US avg
Effective Rate1.68%
In St. Paul, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.5% of residents lack health insurance. 18.6% are current smokers. 26.3% report depression. 31.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: St. Paul vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure37.6%
Asthma10.4%
COPD8.3%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.6%
33% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity31.5%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress15.8%
Short Sleep39.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.3%
Uninsured12.5%
45% above US avg
Checkup Rate74.7%
Dental Visits49.5%
Premature Death12,985/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access66.7%
Healthcare Facilities38
St. Paul has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.2 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

38°F Jan (4°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average60.2°F
11% above US avg
January Average38°F (4°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.2 inches
37% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,661 ft (506 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density178/sq mi
Coordinates35.8268°N, 93.7673°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.4-point margin. 32.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.1%
D 17.7%

Winner: Republican by 62.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.2%
43% below US avg
High School+80.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.91
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density178/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access32.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities38
Restaurants27
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute45.2 min
Drive Alone87.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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