Winslow, AR

Arkansas · Metropolitan Area

Winslow is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 284. Residents earn $42,000 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
284 Population 156/sq mi density
$42,000 Median Income $22,196 per capita
$133,300 Home Value $273,473 Zillow
$525 Median Rent 21.3% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$42,000 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$133,300 home value, $525/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,000
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $133,300
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.1%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $525
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.0%
44% lower than US avg

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

People

Population284
Median Age50.3 yrs
Density156/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

B+
Median Income$42,000
Per Capita$22,196
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty7.0%
County GDP$18,160M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$133,300
Rent$525
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$273,473
Rent Burden21.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain53.9 in/yr
Elevation1,843 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.1%
High School+88.5%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 45%
Commute30 min
Libraries10

Is Winslow a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Winslow receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Winslow offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Winslow is $42,000, 44% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Winslow is $133,300, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $525 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Winslow enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Winslow has a population of 284 with a density of 156 people per square mile. The median age is 50.3 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.9%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

284
Total Population
156
People / sq mi
50.3yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.4%
Female 49.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Winslow vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Winslow vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Winslow is $42,000, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Winslow vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,000
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,196
Avg Weekly Wage$1,148
IRS Avg AGI$82,693

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.0%
44% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,052
County GDP$18,160M

Business (County)

Restaurants651
Healthcare753
Retail794
Manufacturing203

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,885
11% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.5 min
Work from Home8.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Winslow is $133,300, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $525 (55% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $273,473.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$133,300
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$273,473

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$525
55% below US avg
Rent Burden21.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,885
11% above US avg
Effective Rate2.91%
In Winslow, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.5% report depression. 27.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.3%
13% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure36.6%
Asthma10.8%
COPD7.9%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity27.7%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.8%
Checkup Rate75.2%
Premature Death8,081/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access82.5%
Healthcare Facilities753

Crime Rates: Winslow vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31

Safety Score

Winslow has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.3°F
6% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall53.9 inches
42% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,843 ft (562 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density156/sq mi
Coordinates35.8015°N, 94.1318°W
County FIPS05143
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 17.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 6.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.7%
D 45.1%

Winner: Republican by 6.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.1%
49% below US avg
High School+88.5%
School Test Score4.91
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density156/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities753
Restaurants651
Retail Stores794

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)31

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.5 min
Work from Home8.7%

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