Summit, AR — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $63,281

16% lower than US avg

Home Value $133,800

53% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 9.1%

73% lower than US avg

Median Rent $691

41% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 37.8%

18% higher than US avg

Unemployment 4.6%

28% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 15.8%

27% higher than US avg

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

People

Population639

Median Age32.4 yrs

Density528/mi²

Male / Female43% / 57%

Largest GroupWhite 98%

Veterans4.0%

Economy

Median Income$63,281

Per Capita$21,863

Unemployment4.6%

Poverty15.8%

County GDP$774M

Commute16 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$133,800

Rent$691

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units217

Rent Burden22.9%

Health

Obesity37.8%

Uninsured11.2%

Smoking18.6%

Depression28.2%

Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain47.4 in/yr

Sunny Days305/yr

Elevation878 ft (268 m)

Education

Bachelor's+9.1%

High School+87.0%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score4.97

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%

Commute16 min

Broadband82.6%

Libraries1

Is Summit a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Summit receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Summit offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Summit is $63,281, 16% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.6%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 15.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Summit is $133,800, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $691 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5/10.

Climate & Weather

Summit enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches, including 8.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Summit has a population of 639 with a density of 528 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age is 32.4 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 57.4% female and 42.6% male. The city is predominantly White (98%), with 2% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 100% of residents. 4.0% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 19.5% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.2% have health insurance coverage.

Population

639

Total Population

528

People / sq mi

32.4yrs

Median Age

17% below US avg

1.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.6%

Female 57.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Summit 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

Summit vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Summit is $63,281, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,863 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $793, 45% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 15.8% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 310 business establishments, including 30 restaurants. The cost of living index is 86.9, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 0.0% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Summit vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$63,281
	16% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$21,863
Avg Weekly Wage	$793
IRS Avg AGI	$52,740

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.6%
	28% above US avg
Poverty Rate	15.8%
	27% above US avg
Establishments (County)	310
County GDP	$774M

Business (County)

Restaurants	30
Healthcare	25
Retail	37
Manufacturing	18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,275
	35% below US avg
Cost of Living	86.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	15.8 min
Drive Alone	82.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Summit is $133,800, 53% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $691 (41% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $751 for a one-bedroom to $944 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 217 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1980. The average annual property tax is $2,275 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 22.9% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$133,800
	53% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$691
	41% below US avg
Rent Burden	22.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	60.2%
Renter-Occupied	39.8%
Housing Units	217
Median Year Built	1980

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,275
	35% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.70%

In Summit, 37.8% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.0% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.7% of residents, above the national average. 34.9% have high blood pressure. 18.6% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.7% report binge drinking. 30.9% are physically inactive, above the national average. 28.2% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 21.4% experience frequent mental distress. 11.2% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,396. The dentist ratio is 1:5,751. 30.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.6 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	37.8%
	18% above US avg
Diabetes	11.0%
Heart Disease	6.7%
High Blood Pressure	34.9%
Asthma	10.9%
COPD	8.6%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.6%
	33% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.7%
Physical Inactivity	30.9%
Depression	28.2%
Mental Distress	21.4%
Physical Distress	16.3%
Short Sleep	40.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.2%
Uninsured	11.2%
	30% above US avg
Primary Care	1:3,396
Dentists	1:5,751
Mental Health	1:8,757
Checkup Rate	75.2%
Dental Visits	50.1%
Premature Death	11,365/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.6/10
Exercise Access	30.8%
Healthcare Facilities	25

Summit enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 305 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.2 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 878 feet.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	56.1°F
	4% above US avg
January Average	34°F (1°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	47.4 inches
	25% above US avg
Snowfall	8.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	878 ft (268 m)
Area	1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density	528/sq mi
Coordinates	36.2522°N, 92.6883°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Marion County County
County FIPS	05089

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	34°F (1°C)	2.3 in	Coldest, Driest
February	40°F (5°C)	2.8 in
March	49°F (9°C)	4.3 in
April	58°F (14°C)	4.1 in
May	66°F (19°C)	5.1 in	Wettest
June	73°F (23°C)	4.1 in
July	77°F (25°C)	2.9 in	Warmest
August	77°F (25°C)	3.4 in
September	70°F (21°C)	3.9 in
October	59°F (15°C)	3.6 in
November	48°F (9°C)	4.3 in
December	39°F (4°C)	3.7 in

Summit has a seasonal temperature swing of 44°F — from 34°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.4 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.1") and January the driest (2.3").

Summit is located in Marion County. It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, a rural community. 9.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 73% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 79.4% of the vote, a 60.2-point margin. 82.6% of households have broadband internet access. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 25 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 82.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.4%

D 19.1%

Winner: Republican by 60.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	9.1%
	73% below US avg
High School+	87.0%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	4.97

D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9	Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density	528/sq mi
Total Area	1.2 sq mi
County	Marion County County

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	82.6%
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	25
Restaurants	30
Retail Stores	37

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	15.8 min
Drive Alone	82.5%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Frequently Asked Questions About Summit

What is the population of Summit?

Summit has a population of 639 residents and is located in Arkansas. The population density is 528 people per square mile, spread across 1.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 57.4% female and 42.6% male.

Is Summit expensive to live in?

Summit is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 86.9 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $63,281, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $133,800 (53% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $691 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Summit?

Summit enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 34°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 305 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.4 inches, with 8.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Summit?

Summit has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $793. There are 310 business establishments in the area, including 30 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 16 minutes, and 0.0% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Summit?

The median home value in Summit is $133,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $691. Fair market rent is $751 for a 1-bedroom and $944 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The average annual property tax is $2,275.

How are the schools in Summit?

Schools in Summit score 5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 9.1% of adults in Summit hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.0% have completed high school. 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Summit?

The obesity rate in Summit is 37.8% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.6% of adults are smokers. 30.9% are physically inactive. 28.2% of residents report depression. 11.2% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 30.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,396.

What is transportation like in Summit?

The average commute in Summit is 16 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 82.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.0% work from home.

What are the demographics of Summit?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Summit is 98% White, 2% Hispanic or Latino. 100% of residents speak only English at home. 4.0% of the population are military veterans. 19.5% of residents have a disability. 89.2% have health insurance coverage.

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