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Traskwood, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

Traskwood is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 440. Residents earn $73,750 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
440 Population 78/sq mi density
$73,750 Median Income $30,277 per capita
$130,600 Home Value $204,464 Zillow
$775 Median Rent 35.0% income on rent
61°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$73,750 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$130,600 home value, $775/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,750
2% lower than US avg
Home Value $130,600
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.5%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.7%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.4%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population440
Median Age48.4 yrs
Density78/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans11.5%

Economy

A
Median Income$73,750
Per Capita$30,277
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty7.4%
County GDP$4,029M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$130,600
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$204,464
Housing Units180
Rent Burden35.0%

Health

Obesity32.7%
Uninsured8.8%
Smoking15.1%
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain57.5 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation297 ft (91 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.5%
High School+90.3%
Graduate+1.1%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute27 min
Broadband77.8%
Libraries2

Is Traskwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Traskwood receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Traskwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Traskwood is $73,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Traskwood is $130,600, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 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

12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Traskwood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 41°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 57.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Traskwood has a population of 440 with a density of 78 people per square mile. The median age is 48.4 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.3%).

Population

440
Total Population
78
People / sq mi
48.4yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
5.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.1%
Female 53.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Traskwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Traskwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Traskwood is $73,750, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Traskwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,750
2% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,277
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$74,788

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.4%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,457
County GDP$4,029M

Business (County)

Restaurants189
Healthcare320
Retail321
Manufacturing75

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,834
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.8 min
Drive Alone89.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Traskwood is $130,600, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $204,464.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$130,600
54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$204,464

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below US avg
Rent Burden35.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied87.4%
Housing Units180
Median Year Built1992

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,834
19% below US avg
Effective Rate2.17%
In Traskwood, 32.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. 15.1% are current smokers. 27.7% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.7%
2% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.1%
8% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep36.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.5%
Uninsured8.8%
2% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.2%
Dental Visits59.0%
Premature Death9,602/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access51.5%
Healthcare Facilities320
Traskwood has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.5 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.3°F
14% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.5 inches
51% above US avg
Snowfall1.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation297 ft (91 m)
Area5.6 sq mi (14.6 km²)
Population Density78/sq mi
Coordinates34.4525°N, 92.6664°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05125
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 12.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 40.2-point margin. 77.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69%
D 28.8%

Winner: Republican by 40.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.5%
63% below US avg
High School+90.3%
Graduate Degree+1.1%
School Test Score4.91
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density78/sq mi
Total Area5.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.8%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities320
Restaurants189
Retail Stores321

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.8 min
Drive Alone89.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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