Lafe, AR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 3/10
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
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
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
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
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
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
433 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
7.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$36,771 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
68.8% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$73,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$347 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$357 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
77.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Greene County
4
Paragould Urban Area
4
Arkansas
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Greene County
6
Paragould Urban Area
6
Arkansas
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 2 36
Feb 4 2 40
Mar 4 1 49
Apr 5 0 59
May 5 0 68
Jun 2 0 77
Jul 4 0 80
Aug 2 0 79
Sep 4 0 71
Oct 4 0 60
Nov 5 0 49
Dec 5 1 39

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.

Liberal (35%) (60%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 76%
Hillary Clinton 19%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, AR State Senate District 21, AR State House District 1, AR
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Schools

Oak Grove Middle School
6 miles, SW • 2.8 star
Marmaduke Elementary School
6 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Marmaduke High School
6 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Oak Grove Elementary School
6 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Crowley's Ridge College
11 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Williams Baptist University
25 miles, W • 1.9 star
Black River Technical College
25 miles, NW • 1.4 star
Arkansas State University-Main Campus
27 miles, SW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Arkansas Methodist Medical Center
11 miles, S • 2.3 star
Piggott Community Hospital
21 miles, E • 2.3 star
Lawrence Memorial Hospital
27 miles, W • 3.2 star
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Airports

Memphis International Airport
86 miles, S • 2.8 star
Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
87 miles, NE • 1 star
Barkley Regional Airport
113 miles, E • 1 star
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