Hughes, AR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
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
898 332.4M (US)
Median Age
48.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
48.4% 64% (US)
College-Educated
6.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$26,850 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
55.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
36 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$74,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$341 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$254 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
45.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

St. Francis County
6
Forrest City 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

St. Francis County
7
Forrest City Urban Area
7
Arkansas
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 39
Feb 4 1 43
Mar 4 0 52
Apr 4 0 61
May 4 0 70
Jun 4 0 78
Jul 4 0 80
Aug 3 0 80
Sep 3 0 73
Oct 4 0 62
Nov 4 0 52
Dec 6 0 42

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right.

Liberal (52%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 53%
Hillary Clinton 45%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, AR State Senate District 9, AR State House District 63, AR
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Schools

Robinsonville Elementary School
13 miles, S • 1.4 star
Lake Cormorant Elementary
17 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Lake Cormorant High
17 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Lake Cormorant Middle
17 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

East Arkansas Community College
18 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Forrest City Medical Center
18 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Crossridge Community Hospital
26 miles, N • 5 star
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Airports

Memphis International Airport
29 miles, E • 2.8 star
Golden Triangle Regional Airport
149 miles, SE • 1 star
Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
165 miles, NE • 1 star
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