Williford, AR

Arkansas

Williford is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 72. Residents earn $20,000 per year, which is 73% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
72 Population 206/sq mi density
$20,000 Median Income $18,957 per capita
$50,600 Home Value $112,305 Zillow
$542 Median Rent 18.8% income on rent
58°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$20,000 median income, 5.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$50,600 home value, $542/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $20,000
73% lower than US avg
Home Value $50,600
82% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $542
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
53% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.1%
43% lower than US avg

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

People

Population72
Median Age44.5 yrs
Density206/mi²
Male / Female38% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans55.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$20,000
Per Capita$18,957
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$580M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$50,600
Rent$542
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$112,305
Housing Units53
Rent Burden18.8%

Health

Obesity38.9%
Uninsured13.1%
Smoking19.6%
Depression23.4%
Heart Disease8.0%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain51.4 in/yr
Sunny Days299/yr
Elevation331 ft (101 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+69.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 18%
Commute36 min
Broadband38.0%
Libraries4

Is Williford a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Williford is $20,000, 73% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Williford is $50,600, 82% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $542 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 69.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Williford enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches, including 6.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Williford has a population of 72 with a density of 206 people per square mile. The median age is 44.5 years, 14% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.2%), with 2.8% Hispanic.

Population

72
Total Population
206
People / sq mi
44.5yrs
Median Age
14% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.5%
Female 62.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Williford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Williford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Williford is $20,000, which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Williford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$20,000
73% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,957
Avg Weekly Wage$740
IRS Avg AGI$46,979

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.1%
43% below US avg
Establishments (County)405
County GDP$580M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare47
Retail70
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,950
44% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.4 min
Drive Alone90.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Williford is $50,600, 82% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $542 (53% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $112,305.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$50,600
82% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$112,305

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$542
53% below US avg
Rent Burden18.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.8%
Housing Units53
Median Year Built1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,950
44% below US avg
Effective Rate3.85%
In Williford, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.1% of residents lack health insurance. 19.6% are current smokers. 23.4% report depression. 33.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease8.0%
High Blood Pressure38.8%
Asthma9.2%
COPD8.7%
Cancer6.9%
Stroke4.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.6%
40% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity33.8%
Depression23.4%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress16.1%
Short Sleep38.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Uninsured13.1%
52% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits49.0%
Premature Death12,343/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.3/10
Exercise Access42.9%
Healthcare Facilities47
Williford has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.4 inches. The area enjoys 299 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.4°F
8% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days299 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.4 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall6.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation331 ft (101 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density206/sq mi
Coordinates36.2518°N, 91.3605°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05135
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 62.7-point margin. 38.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.4%
D 17.7%

Winner: Republican by 62.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+69.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.91
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density206/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access38.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities47
Restaurants31
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.4 min
Drive Alone90.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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