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Swifton, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · Jackson County County
Swifton, AR
At a Glance
How Swifton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Swifton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Swifton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Swifton residents earn a median household income of $46,250 , which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,582. The unemployment rate stands at 7.2% (100% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 26.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 418 business establishments, including 23 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Swifton is $73,500 , 74% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $83,571. Median rent is $531/month, with 30.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 86.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1978.
Safety & Crime
Swifton reports 138 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 64% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 963/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
7.0% of adults in Swifton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below the national average). 81.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Swifton has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 310 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.