Home Value $136,300

52% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 7.0%

79% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 41.9%

31% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population163

Median Age51.3 yrs

Density67/mi²

Male / Female78% / 22%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans18.1%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$41,474

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$668M

Commute39 min

Housing

Home Value$136,300

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units100

Health

Obesity41.9%

Uninsured11.0%

Smoking19.9%

Depression26.1%

Heart Disease7.5%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain55.2 in/yr

Sunny Days301/yr

Elevation231 ft (70 m)

Education

Bachelor's+7.0%

High School+93.0%

Graduate+6.7%

School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 15%

Commute39 min

Broadband71.0%

Libraries1

Is Staves a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Staves receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Staves faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Staves is $136,300, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Staves enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 40°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 55.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Staves has a population of 163 with a density of 67 people per square mile. The median age is 51.3 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

163

Total Population

People / sq mi

51.3yrs

Median Age

32% above US avg

2.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 77.9%

Female 22.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Staves vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Staves vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Staves is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: Staves vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$41,474
Avg Weekly Wage	$996
IRS Avg AGI	$67,457

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	354
County GDP	$668M

Business (County)

Restaurants	22
Healthcare	25
Retail	54
Manufacturing	15

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,107
	40% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	1.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	39.2 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Staves is $136,300, 52% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$136,300
	52% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	100
Median Year Built	2004

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,107
	40% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.55%

In Staves, 41.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.0% of residents lack health insurance. 19.9% are current smokers. 26.1% report depression. 31.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	41.9%
	31% above US avg
Diabetes	11.5%
Heart Disease	7.5%
High Blood Pressure	39.8%
Asthma	9.9%
COPD	9.0%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	19.9%
	42% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.7%
Physical Inactivity	31.8%
Depression	26.1%
Mental Distress	20.4%
Physical Distress	16.1%
Short Sleep	42.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	11.0%
	28% above US avg
Checkup Rate	74.6%
Dental Visits	47.3%
Premature Death	11,188/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.4/10
Exercise Access	35.1%
Healthcare Facilities	25

Staves has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.2 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	61.3°F
	14% above US avg
January Average	40°F (5°C)
July Average	81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days	301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	55.2 inches
	45% above US avg
Snowfall	2.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	231 ft (70 m)
Area	2.4 sq mi (6.3 km²)
Population Density	67/sq mi
Coordinates	34.0336°N, 92.2806°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	05053

It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 68.9-point margin. 71.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 83.6%

D 14.8%

Winner: Republican by 68.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	7.0%
	79% below US avg
High School+	93.0%
Graduate Degree+	6.7%
School Test Score	4.91

D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2	Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density	67/sq mi
Total Area	2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	71.0%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	25
Restaurants	22
Retail Stores	54

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	39.2 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Staves, AR

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Staves a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Staves vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Staves vs U.S. Average

Income: Staves vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities