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Wilmot, AR

Arkansas

Wilmot is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 438. Residents earn $27,500 per year, which is 63% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
438 Population 247/sq mi density
$27,500 Median Income $17,303 per capita
$47,400 Home Value
$520 Median Rent 41.0% income on rent
63°F Avg Temperature 304 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$27,500 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$47,400 home value, $520/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $27,500
63% lower than US avg
Home Value $47,400
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.9%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $520
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 52.2%
63% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.8%
53% lower than US avg

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

People

Population438
Median Age59.5 yrs
Density247/mi²
Male / Female32% / 68%
Largest GroupWhite 19%
Veterans2.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$27,500
Per Capita$17,303
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty5.8%
County GDP$1,196M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$47,400
Rent$520
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units246
Rent Burden41.0%

Health

Obesity52.2%
Uninsured13.7%
Smoking20.6%
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp63°F (17°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain56.4 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation116 ft (35 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.9%
High School+94.1%
Graduate+3.8%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute20 min
Broadband65.9%
Libraries2

Is Wilmot a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wilmot receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Wilmot offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wilmot is $27,500, 63% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wilmot is $47,400, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $520 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Wilmot enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 63°F. Winters average 43°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 56.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Wilmot has a population of 438 with a density of 247 people per square mile. The median age is 59.5 years, 53% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (80.6%), with 19.4% White.

Population

438
Total Population
247
People / sq mi
59.5yrs
Median Age
53% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 31.7%
Female 68.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Wilmot vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Wilmot vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wilmot is $27,500, which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Wilmot vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$27,500
63% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,303
Avg Weekly Wage$964
IRS Avg AGI$54,384

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.8%
53% below US avg
Establishments (County)501
County GDP$1,196M

Business (County)

Restaurants25
Healthcare38
Retail58
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,837
48% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.0 min
Drive Alone81.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Wilmot is $47,400, 83% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $520 (55% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$47,400
83% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$520
55% below US avg
Rent Burden41.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.6%
Housing Units246
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,837
48% below US avg
Effective Rate3.88%
In Wilmot, 52.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 13.7% of residents lack health insurance. 20.6% are current smokers. 23.1% report depression. 44.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity52.2%
63% above US avg
Diabetes18.3%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure49.6%
Asthma12.6%
COPD8.9%
Cancer5.0%
Stroke5.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.6%
47% above US avg
Binge Drinking11.1%
Physical Inactivity44.5%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress22.3%
Physical Distress17.2%
Short Sleep52.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.7%
Uninsured13.7%
59% above US avg
Checkup Rate82.7%
Dental Visits42.9%
Premature Death15,009/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.8/10
Exercise Access28.2%
Healthcare Facilities38
Wilmot has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.4 inches. The area enjoys 304 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average63.1°F
17% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.4 inches
48% above US avg
Snowfall1.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation116 ft (35 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density247/sq mi
Coordinates33.0570°N, 91.5779°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05003
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 3.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48-point margin. 65.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.2%
D 25.2%

Winner: Republican by 48 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.9%
88% below US avg
High School+94.1%
Graduate Degree+3.8%
School Test Score4.91
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density247/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access65.9%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities38
Restaurants25
Retail Stores58

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.0 min
Drive Alone81.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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