Monroe County, AR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 3/10
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
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
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
6,681 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$43,955 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
76.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$82,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$388 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$387 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
48.2% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Arkansas
6
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 39
Feb 4 1 44
Mar 5 0 52
Apr 5 0 61
May 5 0 70
Jun 4 0 78
Jul 4 0 81
Aug 2 0 81
Sep 3 0 73
Oct 4 0 62
Nov 5 0 52
Dec 5 0 42

Hazards

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%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 46%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, AR State Senate District 10, AR State House District 62, AR
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Schools

Clarendon Elementary School
6 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Clarendon High School
6 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Cb Partee Elementary School
14 miles, NE • 1.9 star
Brinkley High School
14 miles, NE • 2.3 star

Colleges

East Arkansas Community College
35 miles, NE • 1.4 star

Hospitals

Dewitt Hospital & Nursing Home, Inc
29 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Helena Regional Medical Center
35 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Forrest City Medical Center
35 miles, NE • 3.2 star

Airports

Memphis International Airport
74 miles, E • 2.8 star
Monroe Regional Airport
157 miles, SW • 1 star
Golden Triangle Regional Airport
172 miles, SE • 1 star