Pencil Bluff, AR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 1/10
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
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
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
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
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
28 332.4M (US)
Median Age
26.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
100.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$45,556 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
0.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
100.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$127,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$353 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$342 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
0.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Montgomery County
1
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

Montgomery County
2
Arkansas
6
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 39
Feb 4 1 43
Mar 5 0 51
Apr 5 0 60
May 6 0 68
Jun 5 0 75
Jul 4 0 79
Aug 3 0 79
Sep 4 0 71
Oct 5 0 61
Nov 5 0 50
Dec 5 0 41

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 29% of residents leaning left and 66% leaning right.

Liberal (29%) (67%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 80%
Hillary Clinton 18%
Other 2%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, AR State Senate District 5, AR State House District 86, AR
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Schools

Oden Schools
3 miles, W • 2.8 star
Mount Ida High School
8 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Mount Ida Elementary School
9 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Caddo Hills High School
16 miles, S • 2.8 star
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Colleges

National Park College
36 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Hot Springs Beauty College
41 miles, SE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Mena Regional Health System
28 miles, W • 3.2 star
Chambers Memorial Hospital
35 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Fort Smith Regional Airport
60 miles, N • 1 star
Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport
119 miles, N • 1.9 star
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