Western Grove, AR

Arkansas

Western Grove is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 424. Residents earn $40,625 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
424 Population 393/sq mi density
$40,625 Median Income $18,809 per capita
$136,800 Home Value $203,605 Zillow
$575 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$40,625 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$136,800 home value, $575/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,625
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $136,800
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.0%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $575
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 30.7%
148% higher than US avg

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

People

Population424
Median Age29.9 yrs
Density393/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans8.3%

Economy

C+
Median Income$40,625
Per Capita$18,809
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty30.7%
County GDP$774M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$136,800
Rent$575
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$203,605
Housing Units194
Rent Burden27.5%

Health

Obesity39.5%
Uninsured10.8%
Smoking19.4%
Depression28.9%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation1,062 ft (324 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.0%
High School+87.7%
Graduate+0.4%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute23 min
Broadband80.6%
Libraries1

Is Western Grove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Western Grove receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Western Grove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Western Grove is $40,625, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. The poverty rate of 30.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Western Grove is $136,800, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $575 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Western Grove enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches, including 8.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Western Grove has a population of 424 with a density of 393 people per square mile. The median age is 29.9 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91%), with 4.7% Hispanic.

Population

424
Total Population
393
People / sq mi
29.9yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.8%
Female 54.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Western Grove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Western Grove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Western Grove is $40,625, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 30.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Western Grove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,625
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,809
Avg Weekly Wage$793
IRS Avg AGI$52,740

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate30.7%
148% above US avg
Establishments (County)310
County GDP$774M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare25
Retail37
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,275
35% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.8 min
Drive Alone73.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Western Grove is $136,800, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $575 (51% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $203,605.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$136,800
51% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$203,605

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$575
51% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$700
1 Bedroom$751
2 Bedrooms$944
3 Bedrooms$1,239
4 Bedrooms$1,406

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.6%
Housing Units194
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,275
35% below US avg
Effective Rate1.66%
In Western Grove, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.8% of residents lack health insurance. 19.4% are current smokers. 28.9% report depression. 31.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Western Grove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure38.1%
Asthma11.3%
COPD9.2%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.4%
39% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity31.7%
Depression28.9%
Mental Distress21.7%
Physical Distress16.4%
Short Sleep39.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%
Uninsured10.8%
26% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.1%
Dental Visits51.8%
Premature Death11,365/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access30.8%
Healthcare Facilities25
Western Grove has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.4 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.4 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall8.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,062 ft (324 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density393/sq mi
Coordinates36.1011°N, 92.9546°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.2-point margin. 80.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.4%
D 19.1%

Winner: Republican by 60.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.0%
61% below US avg
High School+87.7%
Graduate Degree+0.4%
School Test Score4.91
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density393/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.6%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants30
Retail Stores37

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.8 min
Drive Alone73.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.6%

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