Emerson, AR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
224 332.4M (US)
Median Age
29.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$73,036 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
66.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$121,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$550 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$525 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
33.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Columbia County
3
Magnolia Urban Area
3
Arkansas
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Columbia County
4
Magnolia Urban Area
4
Arkansas
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 43
Feb 5 0 47
Mar 5 0 55
Apr 4 0 63
May 5 0 71
Jun 5 0 78
Jul 4 0 81
Aug 3 0 81
Sep 4 0 74
Oct 5 0 64
Nov 5 0 54
Dec 5 0 45

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 42% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (42%) (56%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, AR State Senate District 3, AR State House District 99, AR
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Schools

Emerson High School
<1 miles, N • 3.2 star
Emerson Elementary School
<1 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Haynesville Jr/Sr High School
10 miles, S • 3.2 star
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Colleges

South Arkansas Community College
32 miles, E • 1.4 star
Northwest Louisiana Technical College
36 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Magnolia Hospital
12 miles, N • 2.3 star
Springhill Medical Center
16 miles, W • 4.1 star
Claiborne Memorial Medical Center
22 miles, S • 4.1 star
Medical Center of South Arkansas
32 miles, E • 3.2 star
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Airports

Shreveport Regional Airport
58 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Monroe Regional Airport
78 miles, SE • 1 star
East Texas Regional Airport
101 miles, W • 1 star
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