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Whelen Springs, AR

Arkansas

Whelen Springs is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 47.

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
47 Population 204/sq mi density
$137,500 Home Value
62°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $137,500
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.5%
81% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.1%
43% lower than US avg

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

People

Population47
Median Age30.9 yrs
Density204/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans31.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$25,151
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$318M
Commute32 min

Housing

Home Value$137,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units17

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain56.6 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation254 ft (77 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.5%
High School+80.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 29%
Commute32 min
Broadband16.0%
Libraries2

Is Whelen Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Whelen Springs receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Whelen Springs faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Whelen Springs is $137,500, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Whelen Springs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 304 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 56.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Whelen Springs has a population of 47 with a density of 204 people per square mile. The median age is 30.9 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

47
Total Population
204
People / sq mi
30.9yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%
Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Whelen Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Whelen Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Whelen Springs is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Whelen Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$25,151
Avg Weekly Wage$937
IRS Avg AGI$45,124

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.1%
43% below US avg
Establishments (County)188
County GDP$318M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare13
Retail22
Manufacturing3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,900
46% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.6 min
Drive Alone36.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Whelen Springs is $137,500, 51% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$137,500
51% 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%
Housing Units17
Median Year Built1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,900
46% below US avg
Effective Rate1.38%
Whelen Springs has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.6 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

42°F Jan (5°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.9°F
15% above US avg
January Average42°F (5°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.6 inches
49% above US avg
Snowfall2.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation254 ft (77 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density204/sq mi
Coordinates33.8331°N, 93.1260°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin. 16.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.9%
D 29.2%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.5%
81% below US avg
High School+80.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.91
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density204/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants9
Retail Stores22

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.6 min
Drive Alone36.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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