Vanndale, AR

Arkansas

Vanndale is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 356.

1.4 /5.0
F Poor
356 Population 349/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $17,228 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
F
Overall
1.4 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 4.4%
87% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.1%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 56.2%
353% higher than US avg

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

People

Population356
Median Age60.8 yrs
Density349/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans8.8%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$17,228
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty56.2%
County GDP$588M
Commute56 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.9%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain50.6 in/yr
Elevation273 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.4%
High School+66.3%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute56 min
Broadband54.4%
Libraries2

Is Vanndale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vanndale receives an overall livability score of 1.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of F. Key strengths include high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times, high obesity rates. Vanndale faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 56.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 56 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 66.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Vanndale enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Vanndale has a population of 356 with a density of 349 people per square mile. The median age is 60.8 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.8%), with 11.2% Hispanic.

Population

356
Total Population
349
People / sq mi
60.8yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.8%
Female 56.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Vanndale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Vanndale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vanndale is N/A. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 56.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 56 minutes.

Income: Vanndale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$17,228
Avg Weekly Wage$795
IRS Avg AGI$53,483

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate56.2%
353% above US avg
Establishments (County)453
County GDP$588M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare48
Retail64
Manufacturing12

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,832
48% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time55.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied80.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,832
48% below US avg
In Vanndale, 43.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.9% report depression. 35.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.1%
34% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure39.1%
Asthma11.1%
COPD9.5%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.9%
Physical Inactivity35.4%
Depression28.9%
Mental Distress22.1%
Physical Distress16.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate76.3%
Premature Death13,763/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.7/10
Exercise Access72.3%
Healthcare Facilities48

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Vanndale has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average62.2°F
15% above US avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.6 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall2.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation273 ft (83 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density349/sq mi
Coordinates35.3153°N, 90.7711°W
County FIPS05037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 4.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.6-point margin. 54.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.7%
D 25.1%

Winner: Republican by 47.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.4%
87% below US avg
High School+66.3%
School Test Score4.91
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density349/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access54.4%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities48
Restaurants30
Retail Stores64

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute55.9 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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