Cove, AR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
359 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
10.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$26,172 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
61.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
39 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$80,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$306 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$293 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
43.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Polk County
3
Arkansas
5
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Polk County
3
Arkansas
6
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 39
Feb 4 1 43
Mar 5 0 51
Apr 5 0 58
May 6 0 67
Jun 5 0 74
Jul 5 0 79
Aug 3 0 78
Sep 5 0 71
Oct 6 0 60
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 27% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.

Liberal (27%) (68%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 80%
Hillary Clinton 16%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, AR State Senate District 5, AR State House District 86, AR
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Schools

Cossatot River High School
4 miles, S • 2.3 star
Van Cove Elementary School
5 miles, S • 3.7 star
Wickes Elementary School
11 miles, S • 3.7 star
Smithville Es
13 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Carl Albert State College
43 miles, N • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Mena Regional Health System
15 miles, E • 3.2 star
Eastern Oklahoma Medical Center
43 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Airports

Fort Smith Regional Airport
62 miles, NE • 1 star
Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport
128 miles, NE • 1.9 star
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