Black Oak, AR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
185 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
43.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$46,875 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
29 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$68,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$335 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$392 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
70.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Craighead County
5
Jonesboro Metro Area
5
Arkansas
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Craighead County
7
Jonesboro Metro Area
7
Arkansas
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 37
Feb 4 1 42
Mar 4 0 49
Apr 5 0 60
May 5 0 70
Jun 4 0 78
Jul 4 0 81
Aug 3 0 80
Sep 3 0 72
Oct 4 0 61
Nov 5 0 49
Dec 5 1 40

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 34% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (34%) (62%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 78%
Hillary Clinton 18%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, AR State Senate District 19, AR State House District 33, AR
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Schools

Buffalo Is Central Hs
4 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Buffalo Is Central West Elem
4 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Riverside West Elem School
5 miles, W • 4.1 star
Riverside High School
5 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Arkansas State University-Main Campus
18 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Crowley's Ridge College
20 miles, N • 1.4 star
Arkansas Northeastern College
25 miles, E • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Arkansas Methodist Medical Center
17 miles, N • 2.3 star
St Bernards Medical Center
19 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Airports

Memphis International Airport
59 miles, S • 2.8 star
Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
106 miles, NE • 1 star
Barkley Regional Airport
122 miles, E • 1 star
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