Gurdon, AR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
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
1,777 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
47.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$45,769 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
80.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$94,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$422 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$384 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
43.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Clark County
5
Arkadelphia Urban Area
5
Arkansas
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Clark County
5
Arkadelphia Urban Area
5
Arkansas
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 42
Feb 4 1 46
Mar 5 0 54
Apr 5 0 62
May 6 0 70
Jun 4 0 77
Jul 4 0 81
Aug 3 0 81
Sep 4 0 74
Oct 5 0 63
Nov 5 0 53
Dec 5 0 43

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 50% of residents leaning left and 45% leaning right.

Liberal (51%) (45%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 48%
Hillary Clinton 46%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, AR State Senate District 3, AR State House District 89, AR
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Schools

Gurdon Primary School
<1 miles, E • 1.4 star
Gurdon High School
2 miles, W • 2.3 star
Cabe Middle School
2 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Colleges

Ouachita Baptist University
16 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Henderson State University
16 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Southern Arkansas University Tech
32 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Ouachita County Medical Center
30 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Airports

Shreveport Regional Airport
109 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Monroe Regional Airport
117 miles, S • 1 star
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