Tollette, AR

Arkansas

Tollette is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 151. Residents earn $40,833 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
151 Population 157/sq mi density
$40,833 Median Income $26,648 per capita
$72,500 Home Value
$838 Median Rent 26.7% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$40,833 median income, 5.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$72,500 home value, $838/mo rent
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,833
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $72,500
74% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.4%
31% lower than US avg
Median Rent $838
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.5%
42% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
50% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.6%
31% lower than US avg

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

People

Population151
Median Age68.2 yrs
Density157/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 10%
Veterans7.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$40,833
Per Capita$26,648
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty8.6%
County GDP$1,323M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$72,500
Rent$838
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units140
Rent Burden26.7%

Health

Obesity45.5%
Uninsured11.5%
Smoking15.8%
Depression19.7%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain55.0 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation363 ft (111 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.4%
High School+97.1%
Graduate+7.8%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute21 min
Broadband98.0%
Libraries1

Is Tollette a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tollette receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Tollette offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tollette is $40,833, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tollette is $72,500, 74% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $838 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

23.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Tollette enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 55.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Tollette has a population of 151 with a density of 157 people per square mile. The median age is 68.2 years, 75% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (86.1%), with 9.9% White.

Population

151
Total Population
157
People / sq mi
68.2yrs
Median Age
75% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.4%
Female 57.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Tollette vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tollette vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tollette is $40,833, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Tollette vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,833
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,648
Avg Weekly Wage$871
IRS Avg AGI$47,089

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.6%
31% below US avg
Establishments (County)502
County GDP$1,323M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare52
Retail73
Manufacturing23

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,413
60% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.6 min
Drive Alone93.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Tollette is $72,500, 74% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $838 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$72,500
74% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$838
28% below US avg
Rent Burden26.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.7%
Housing Units140
Median Year Built1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,413
60% below US avg
Effective Rate1.95%
In Tollette, 45.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.5% of residents lack health insurance. 15.8% are current smokers. 19.7% report depression. 36.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.5%
42% above US avg
Diabetes15.5%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure46.3%
Asthma12.1%
COPD6.3%
Cancer4.4%
Stroke4.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.8%
13% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.8%
Physical Inactivity36.2%
Depression19.7%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.3%
Short Sleep51.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.8%
Uninsured11.5%
34% above US avg
Checkup Rate82.2%
Dental Visits46.1%
Premature Death11,967/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.6/10
Exercise Access60.5%
Healthcare Facilities52
Tollette has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.0 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.2°F
17% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.0 inches
45% above US avg
Snowfall2.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation363 ft (111 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density157/sq mi
Coordinates33.8181°N, 93.8969°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05057
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 23.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin. 98.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.9%
D 29.2%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.4%
31% below US avg
High School+97.1%
Graduate Degree+7.8%
School Test Score4.91
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density157/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access98.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants34
Retail Stores73

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.6 min
Drive Alone93.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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