Zinc, AR

Arkansas

Zinc is a small town in Arkansas with a population of 60. Residents earn $34,375 per year, which is 54% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
60 Population 80/sq mi density
$34,375 Median Income $28,432 per capita
$600 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 305 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$34,375 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$600/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,375
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.7%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $600
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.4%
73% higher than US avg

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

People

Population60
Median Age46.7 yrs
Density80/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans54.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$34,375
Per Capita$28,432
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty21.4%
County GDP$774M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$600
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units44
Rent Burden32.5%

Health

Obesity40.6%
Uninsured9.5%
Smoking17.2%
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Sunny Days305/yr
Elevation865 ft (264 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.7%
High School+79.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.91

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute24 min
Broadband30.0%
Libraries1

Is Zinc a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Zinc receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Zinc offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Zinc is $34,375, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. The poverty rate of 21.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $600 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

3.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Zinc enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 305 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches, including 8.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Zinc has a population of 60 with a density of 80 people per square mile. The median age is 46.7 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90%).

Population

60
Total Population
80
People / sq mi
46.7yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Zinc vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Zinc vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Zinc is $34,375, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Zinc vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,375
54% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,432
Avg Weekly Wage$793
IRS Avg AGI$52,740

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.4%
73% above US avg
Establishments (County)310
County GDP$774M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare25
Retail37
Manufacturing18

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,275
35% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $600 (48% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$600
48% below US avg
Rent Burden32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.7%
Housing Units44
Median Year Built1977

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,275
35% below US avg
In Zinc, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.5% of residents lack health insurance. 17.2% are current smokers. 26.4% report depression. 27.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure35.2%
Asthma10.1%
COPD7.6%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.2%
23% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity27.9%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep38.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.5%
Uninsured9.5%
10% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.8%
Dental Visits53.0%
Premature Death11,365/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.6/10
Exercise Access30.8%
Healthcare Facilities25
Zinc has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.4 inches. The area enjoys 305 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.1°F
4% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days305 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.4 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall8.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation865 ft (264 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density80/sq mi
Coordinates36.2840°N, 92.9144°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS05089
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 3.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.2-point margin. 30.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.4%
D 19.1%

Winner: Republican by 60.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.7%
89% below US avg
High School+79.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.91
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density80/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access30.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants30
Retail Stores37

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Drive Alone66.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.2%

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