Fargo, AR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 2/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
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
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
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
43 332.4M (US)
Median Age
66.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
15.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$37,998 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
57.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
9 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$22,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$430 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$409 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
72.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Monroe County
7
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

Monroe County
5
Arkansas
6
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 39
Feb 4 1 43
Mar 5 0 52
Apr 5 0 61
May 5 0 70
Jun 4 0 78
Jul 4 0 81
Aug 3 0 81
Sep 3 0 73
Oct 4 0 62
Nov 5 0 52
Dec 5 0 42

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 50% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right.

Liberal (51%) (47%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 53%
Hillary Clinton 44%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, AR State Senate District 10, AR State House District 61, AR
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Schools

Brinkley High School
5 miles, SW • 2.3 star
Cb Partee Elementary School
5 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Palestine-Wheatley Senior High
16 miles, E • 2.3 star
Palestine-Wheatley Elem Sch
16 miles, E • 2.8 star
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Colleges

East Arkansas Community College
24 miles, E • 1.4 star
Harding University
37 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Forrest City Medical Center
24 miles, E • 3.2 star
Crossridge Community Hospital
29 miles, E • 5 star
White County Medical Center
36 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Memphis International Airport
68 miles, E • 2.8 star
Monroe Regional Airport
176 miles, SW • 1 star
Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
181 miles, NE • 1 star
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