Waldenburg, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

Waldenburg is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 48. Residents earn $35,000 per year, which is 53% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
48 Population 343/sq mi density
$35,000 Median Income $14,198 per capita
60°F Avg Temperature 301 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$35,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $35,000
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 37.5%
202% higher than US avg

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

People

Population48
Median Age23.5 yrs
Density343/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans30.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$35,000
Per Capita$14,198
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty37.5%
County GDP$886M
Commute21 min

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (15°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.2 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation236 ft (72 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+52.2%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute21 min
Broadband16.0%
Libraries5

Is Waldenburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Waldenburg receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Waldenburg has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Waldenburg is $35,000, 53% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 37.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 52.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Waldenburg enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 301 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Waldenburg has a population of 48 with a density of 343 people per square mile. The median age is 23.5 years, 40% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.8%), with 6.3% Black.

Population

48
Total Population
343
People / sq mi
23.5yrs
Median Age
40% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Waldenburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Waldenburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Waldenburg is $35,000, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 37.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Waldenburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,000
53% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,198
Avg Weekly Wage$962
IRS Avg AGI$52,570

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate37.5%
202% above US avg
Establishments (County)455
County GDP$886M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare37
Retail67
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,075
41% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.5 min
Drive Alone42.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.0%

Walkability

Waldenburg has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.2 inches. The area enjoys 301 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.6°F
10% above US avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.2 inches
35% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation236 ft (72 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density343/sq mi
Coordinates35.5653°N, 90.9346°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05111
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 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 63.5-point margin. 16.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81%
D 17.5%

Winner: Republican by 63.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+52.2%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.91
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density343/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants41
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.5 min
Drive Alone42.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home19.0%

Nearby Cities

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