Caraway, AR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
1,078 332.4M (US)
Median Age
32.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$41,667 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
75.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
13.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$73,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$342 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$292 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
60.6% 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 41
Mar 4 0 50
Apr 5 0 59
May 5 0 69
Jun 4 0 78
Jul 4 0 81
Aug 3 0 79
Sep 3 0 72
Oct 4 0 61
Nov 5 0 50
Dec 5 0 40

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 75%
Hillary Clinton 22%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

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

Riverside East Elem School
1 miles, W • 2.8 star
Riverside West Elem School
8 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Riverside High School
8 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Buffalo Is Central Hs
9 miles, N • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Arkansas State University-Main Campus
21 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Arkansas Northeastern College
24 miles, E • 1.4 star
Crowley's Ridge College
26 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

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

Memphis International Airport
53 miles, S • 2.8 star
Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
110 miles, NE • 1 star
Barkley Regional Airport
124 miles, NE • 1 star
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