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Waldron, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · Scott County County
Waldron, AR
At a Glance
How Waldron Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Waldron's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Waldron a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Waldron residents earn a median household income of $41,028 , which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,273. The unemployment rate stands at 6.4% (78% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 186 business establishments, including 12 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Waldron is $99,300 , 65% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $136,842. Median rent is $708/month, with 27.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 86.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1976.
Safety & Crime
Waldron reports 450 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 18% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,361/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
9.3% of adults in Waldron hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below the national average). 82.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Waldron has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.