Desha, AR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
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
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
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
908 332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
11.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$77,768 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
37 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$143,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$445 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$452 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
73.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Independence County
6
Batesville 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

Independence County
4
Batesville Urban Area
4
Arkansas
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 2 36
Feb 3 1 41
Mar 4 0 49
Apr 5 0 59
May 5 0 68
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 4 0 80
Aug 3 0 79
Sep 4 0 71
Oct 4 0 60
Nov 5 0 49
Dec 5 1 39

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 73%
Hillary Clinton 20%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, AR State Senate District 22, AR State House District 40, AR
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Schools

Central Magnet Math & Science
4 miles, NE • 3.2 star
West Magnet School
4 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Southside Middle School
4 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Batesville High School
4 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Colleges

Lyon College
5 miles, E • 1.9 star
Ozarka College
25 miles, N • 1 star
Arkansas State University-Newport
29 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

White River Medical Center
4 miles, E • 4.1 star
Stone County Medical Center
24 miles, NW • 4.1 star
White County Medical Center
33 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Memphis International Airport
107 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Springfield-Branson National Airport
141 miles, N • 1.4 star
Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport
151 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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