Walcott, AR

Arkansas

Walcott is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 341. Residents earn $165,828 per year, which is 121% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
341 Population 273/sq mi density
$165,828 Median Income $41,300 per capita
$75,600 Home Value
59°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$165,828 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,600 home value
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $165,828
121% higher than US avg
Home Value $75,600
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population341
Median Age36.1 yrs
Density273/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans11.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$165,828
Per Capita$41,300
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,021M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Health

Obesity34.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.5 in/yr
Elevation319 ft (97 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+89.9%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute23 min
Broadband11.0%
Libraries1

Is Walcott a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Walcott receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Walcott stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Walcott is $165,828, which is significantly higher than the national average — 121% above $75,149. This places Walcott among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% 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 Walcott is $75,600, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Walcott enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.5 inches, including 6.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Walcott has a population of 341 with a density of 273 people per square mile. The median age is 36.1 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

341
Total Population
273
People / sq mi
36.1yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Walcott vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Walcott vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Walcott is $165,828, which is 121% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Walcott vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$165,828
121% above US avg
Per Capita Income$41,300
Avg Weekly Wage$913
IRS Avg AGI$58,053

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)949
County GDP$2,021M

Business (County)

Restaurants78
Healthcare104
Retail157
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,485
29% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.29%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Walcott is $75,600, 73% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,600
73% 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,485
29% below US avg
Effective Rate3.29%
In Walcott, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 27.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.9%
9% above US avg
Diabetes9.0%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure32.9%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.8%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.5%
Physical Inactivity27.7%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate68.9%
Premature Death10,847/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.4/10
Exercise Access69.1%
Healthcare Facilities104
Walcott has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.5°F
8% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.5 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall6.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation319 ft (97 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.2 km²)
Population Density273/sq mi
Coordinates36.0461°N, 90.6705°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05055
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.2-point margin. 11.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.8%
D 18.6%

Winner: Republican by 61.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+89.9%
School Test Score4.91
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density273/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access11.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities104
Restaurants78
Retail Stores157

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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