Ulm, AR

Arkansas

Ulm is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 168. Residents earn $63,333 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
168 Population 646/sq mi density
$63,333 Median Income $30,905 per capita
$86,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$63,333 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$86,900 home value
F
Education
1.1 / 5.0
1.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,333
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $86,900
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 1.5%
96% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.1%
42% lower than US avg

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

People

Population168
Median Age45.9 yrs
Density646/mi²
Male / Female33% / 67%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans2.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,333
Per Capita$30,905
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$265M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$86,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain55.1 in/yr
Elevation208 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+1.5%
High School+95.6%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute18 min
Broadband84.0%
Libraries1

Is Ulm a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ulm receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Ulm offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ulm is $63,333, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ulm is $86,900, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

1.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Ulm enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 55.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Ulm has a population of 168 with a density of 646 people per square mile. The median age is 45.9 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.8%).

Population

168
Total Population
646
People / sq mi
45.9yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 33.3%
Female 66.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Ulm vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ulm vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ulm is $63,333, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Ulm vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,333
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,905
Avg Weekly Wage$801
IRS Avg AGI$45,049

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.1%
42% below US avg
Establishments (County)232
County GDP$265M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare22
Retail27
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,000
71% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.0 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Ulm is $86,900, 69% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$86,900
69% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,000
71% below US avg
Effective Rate1.15%
In Ulm, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 34.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes11.7%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure38.4%
Asthma10.5%
COPD8.8%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity34.3%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress16.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death18,679/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.5/10
Exercise Access66.2%
Healthcare Facilities22

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Ulm has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 55.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall55.1 inches
45% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation208 ft (63 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density646/sq mi
Coordinates34.5762°N, 91.4617°W
County FIPS05095
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 1.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (96% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 15.8-point margin. 84.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.9%
D 41.2%

Winner: Republican by 15.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+1.5%
96% below US avg
High School+95.6%
School Test Score4.91
F Education Grade (1.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density646/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants20
Retail Stores27

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.0 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

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