Chidester, AR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
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
347 332.4M (US)
Median Age
52.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
6.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$21,641 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
58.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
1.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$73,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$265 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$273 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
49.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Ouachita County
6
Camden Urban Area
6
Arkansas
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Ouachita County
5
Camden Urban Area
4
Arkansas
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 42
Feb 4 0 45
Mar 4 0 53
Apr 4 0 61
May 4 0 70
Jun 4 0 77
Jul 4 0 80
Aug 3 0 80
Sep 4 0 73
Oct 4 0 63
Nov 4 0 52
Dec 4 0 44

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 45% of residents leaning left and 51% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (52%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 62%
Hillary Clinton 37%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, AR State Senate District 2, AR State House District 98, AR
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Schools

Victory Christian School
12 miles, SE • 5 star
Camden Fairview Middle School
13 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Ivory Primary School
13 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Camden Fairview Intermediate
14 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Southern Arkansas University Tech
18 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Ouachita Baptist University
29 miles, N • 2.3 star
Henderson State University
30 miles, N • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Ouachita County Medical Center
14 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Magnolia Hospital
32 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Shreveport Regional Airport
98 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Monroe Regional Airport
100 miles, S • 1 star
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