Vandervoort, AR

Arkansas

Vandervoort is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 219. Residents earn $69,464 per year, which is 8% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
219 Population 755/sq mi density
$69,464 Median Income $31,692 per capita
$104,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
63°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$69,464 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$104,500 home value
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,464
8% lower than US avg
Home Value $104,500
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.3%
66% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.6%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.7%
43% higher than US avg

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

People

Population219
Median Age33.2 yrs
Density755/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 67%

Economy

B+
Median Income$69,464
Per Capita$31,692
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty17.7%
County GDP$860M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$104,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease7.6%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Elevation1,082 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.3%
High School+88.7%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 84% / D 14%
Commute35 min
Broadband71.0%
Libraries1

Is Vandervoort a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vandervoort receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times, high obesity rates. Vandervoort offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vandervoort is $69,464, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 17.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Vandervoort is $104,500, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Vandervoort 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. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Vandervoort has a population of 219 with a density of 755 people per square mile. The median age is 33.2 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.1%), with 1.8% Hispanic.

Population

219
Total Population
755
People / sq mi
33.2yrs
Median Age
15% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.4%
Female 46.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Vandervoort vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only70.6%
10% below US avg
Spanish29.4%
119% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Vandervoort vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vandervoort is $69,464, which is 8% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Vandervoort vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,464
8% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,692
Avg Weekly Wage$824
IRS Avg AGI$51,003

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.7%
43% above US avg
Establishments (County)486
County GDP$860M

Business (County)

Restaurants40
Healthcare46
Retail69
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,628
53% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Vandervoort is $104,500, 63% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,500
63% 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-Occupied94.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,628
53% below US avg
Effective Rate1.56%
In Vandervoort, 42.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 37.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.6%
33% above US avg
Diabetes13.7%
Heart Disease7.6%
High Blood Pressure39.6%
Asthma11.1%
COPD10.8%
Stroke4.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity37.6%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress22.4%
Physical Distress18.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.9%
Checkup Rate75.0%
Premature Death13,275/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.4/10
Exercise Access62.5%
Healthcare Facilities46

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Vandervoort 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 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.4 inches
17% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,082 ft (330 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density755/sq mi
Coordinates34.3798°N, 94.3649°W
County FIPS05113
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 11.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.5-point margin. 71.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.3%
D 13.8%

Winner: Republican by 70.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.3%
66% below US avg
High School+88.7%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density755/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities46
Restaurants40
Retail Stores69

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

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