Wesley, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

Wesley is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 491. Residents earn $79,179 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
491 Population 358/sq mi density
$79,179 Median Income $34,428 per capita
$185,500 Home Value $285,130 Zillow
59°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$79,179 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$185,500 home value
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $79,179
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $185,500
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.1%
58% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population491
Median Age25.9 yrs
Density358/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans6.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$79,179
Per Capita$34,428
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$695M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$185,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$285,130

Health

Obesity39.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease6.5%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Elevation1,284 ft (391 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.1%
High School+100.0%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute25 min
Broadband87.8%
Libraries3

Is Wesley a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wesley receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Wesley offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wesley is $79,179, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. 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 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wesley is $185,500, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Wesley enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Wesley has a population of 491 with a density of 358 people per square mile. The median age is 25.9 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

491
Total Population
358
People / sq mi
25.9yrs
Median Age
33% below US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.6%
Female 45.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Wesley vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Wesley vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wesley is $79,179, which is 5% 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 25 minutes.

Income: Wesley vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$79,179
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,428
Avg Weekly Wage$858
IRS Avg AGI$56,290

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)284
County GDP$695M

Business (County)

Restaurants13
Healthcare20
Retail44
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,033
42% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Wesley is $185,500, 34% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $285,130.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$185,500
34% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$285,130

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-Occupied92.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,033
42% below US avg
Effective Rate1.10%
In Wesley, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.2% report depression. 31.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease6.5%
High Blood Pressure37.6%
Asthma9.3%
COPD8.1%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity31.3%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Checkup Rate70.8%
Premature Death10,725/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access48.7%
Healthcare Facilities20
Wesley has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.1°F
9% above US avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.6 inches
20% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,284 ft (391 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²)
Population Density358/sq mi
Coordinates36.0325°N, 93.9186°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05087
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.6-point margin. 87.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.5%
D 19.9%

Winner: Republican by 58.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.1%
58% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score4.91
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density358/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.8%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants13
Retail Stores44

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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