Big Flat, AR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
62 332.4M (US)
Median Age
27.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
6.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$19,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
45.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
40 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$70,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$322 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$570 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
35.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Baxter County
3
Mountain Home Urban Area
3
Arkansas
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Baxter County
6
Mountain Home Urban Area
6
Arkansas
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 2 35
Feb 2 2 40
Mar 4 1 47
Apr 5 0 58
May 5 0 66
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 2 0 78
Sep 4 0 70
Oct 4 0 59
Nov 5 0 48
Dec 4 1 38

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 58% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (59%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 24%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, AR State Senate District 23, AR State House District 27, AR
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Schools

Timbo High School
10 miles, S • 3.7 star
Timbo Elementary School
10 miles, S • 3.7 star
Leslie Elementary School
14 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Marshall Elementary School
14 miles, W • 4.6 star
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Colleges

The Beauty School
24 miles, NE
Ozarka College
29 miles, E • 1 star
North Arkansas College
41 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Izard County Medical Center, Llc
18 miles, E • 3.2 star
Stone County Medical Center
21 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Baxter Regional Medical Center
24 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Ozark Health
31 miles, SW • 3.2 star
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Airports

Springfield-Branson National Airport
102 miles, N • 1.4 star
Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport
108 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Fort Smith Regional Airport
119 miles, W • 1 star
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