Widener, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · St. Francis County County
Widener, AR
At a Glance
How Widener Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Widener's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Widener a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Widener residents earn a median household income of $43,750 , which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,805. The unemployment rate stands at 11.0% (206% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 585 business establishments, including 40 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Widener is $50,000 , 82% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $68,743. Median rent is $563/month, with 51.0% 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 1980.
Education
4.5% of adults in Widener hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below the national average). 54.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Widener has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.8 inches.