Strawberry, AR

Arkansas

Strawberry is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 311. Residents earn $40,625 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
311 Population 133/sq mi density
$40,625 Median Income $23,926 per capita
$130,100 Home Value
$1,000 Median Rent 29.3% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$40,625 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$130,100 home value, $1,000/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,625
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $130,100
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.9%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,000
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.2%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.7%
59% higher than US avg

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

People

Population311
Median Age46.9 yrs
Density133/mi²
Male / Female61% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

C+
Median Income$40,625
Per Capita$23,926
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty19.7%
County GDP$2,636M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$130,100
Rent$1,000
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden29.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.5 in/yr
Elevation334 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.9%
High School+78.9%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute26 min
Libraries1

Is Strawberry a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Strawberry receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Strawberry offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Strawberry is $40,625, 46% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 19.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Strawberry is $130,100, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Strawberry 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. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Strawberry has a population of 311 with a density of 133 people per square mile. The median age is 46.9 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.5%), with 2.9% Hispanic, 6.8% Black.

Population

311
Total Population
133
People / sq mi
46.9yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.5%
Female 39.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Strawberry vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.5%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.5%
37% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Strawberry vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Strawberry is $40,625, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 19.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Strawberry vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,625
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,926
Avg Weekly Wage$935
IRS Avg AGI$60,486

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate19.7%
59% above US avg
Establishments (County)958
County GDP$2,636M

Business (County)

Restaurants74
Healthcare107
Retail152
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,581
26% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.2 min
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Strawberry is $130,100, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$130,100
54% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,000
14% below US avg
Rent Burden29.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,581
26% below US avg
Effective Rate1.98%
In Strawberry, 43.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 33.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.2%
35% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure38.3%
Asthma10.6%
COPD8.9%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity33.2%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress21.3%
Physical Distress16.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.1%
Checkup Rate76.3%
Premature Death11,068/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access48.4%
Healthcare Facilities107

Crime Rates: Strawberry vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Strawberry 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 47.5 inches. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.5 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall3.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation334 ft (102 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (6.1 km²)
Population Density133/sq mi
Coordinates35.9665°N, 91.3211°W
County FIPS05063
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.7%
D 19.2%

Winner: Republican by 59.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.9%
77% below US avg
High School+78.9%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density133/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities107
Restaurants74
Retail Stores152

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.2 min
Work from Home4.7%

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