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Valley Springs, AR

Arkansas

Valley Springs is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 198. Residents earn $69,141 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
198 Population 388/sq mi density
$69,141 Median Income $27,460 per capita
$102,300 Home Value
$813 Median Rent 14.4% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$69,141 median income, 0.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$102,300 home value, $813/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,141
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $102,300
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.8%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $813
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.8%
85% lower than US avg

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

People

Population198
Median Age38.7 yrs
Density388/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,141
Per Capita$27,460
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty1.8%
County GDP$774M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$102,300
Rent$813
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units86
Rent Burden14.4%

Health

Obesity38.6%
Uninsured8.4%
Smoking15.1%
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation1,063 ft (324 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.8%
High School+88.3%
Graduate+0.7%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute23 min
Broadband71.0%
Libraries1

Is Valley Springs a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Valley Springs is $69,141, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Valley Springs is $102,300, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $813 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Valley Springs 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.

Valley Springs has a population of 198 with a density of 388 people per square mile. The median age is 38.7 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.5%).

Population

198
Total Population
388
People / sq mi
38.7yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.1%
Female 44.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Valley Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Valley Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Valley Springs is $69,141, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Valley Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,141
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,460
Avg Weekly Wage$793
IRS Avg AGI$52,740

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.7%
81% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.8%
85% below US avg
Establishments (County)310
County GDP$774M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare25
Retail37
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,275
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.5 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Valley Springs is $102,300, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $813 (30% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$102,300
64% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$813
30% below US avg
Rent Burden14.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.1%
Housing Units86
Median Year Built1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,275
35% below US avg
Effective Rate2.22%
In Valley Springs, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.4% of residents lack health insurance. 15.1% are current smokers. 26.9% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Valley Springs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.1%
8% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity25.7%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep38.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.7%
Uninsured8.4%
2% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.0%
Dental Visits58.1%
Premature Death11,365/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access30.8%
Healthcare Facilities25
Valley Springs has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.4 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.4 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall8.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,063 ft (324 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density388/sq mi
Coordinates36.1538°N, 92.9897°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 7.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.2-point margin. 71.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.4%
D 19.1%

Winner: Republican by 60.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.8%
77% below US avg
High School+88.3%
Graduate Degree+0.7%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density388/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants30
Retail Stores37

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.5 min
Drive Alone90.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.6%

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