Stone County, AR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 7/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
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
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
12,474 332.4M (US)
Median Age
49.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
60.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$38,531 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
77.9% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$149,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$341 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$478 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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 3 2 36
Feb 3 2 40
Mar 4 1 48
Apr 5 0 57
May 5 0 66
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 3 0 78
Aug 3 0 77
Sep 4 0 69
Oct 4 0 59
Nov 5 0 48
Dec 4 1 38

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 63% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (64%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 74%
Hillary Clinton 21%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, AR State Senate District 24, AR State House District 41, AR
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Schools

Mountain View Elem School
3 miles, E • 3.7 star
Mountain View High School
3 miles, E • 3.2 star
Mountain View Middle School
3 miles, E • 3.2 star
Timbo High School
10 miles, NW • 3.7 star

Colleges

Ozarka College
19 miles, E • 1 star
Lyon College
29 miles, SE • 1.9 star

Hospitals

Stone County Medical Center
3 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Izard County Medical Center, Llc
19 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Ozark Health
27 miles, SW • 3.2 star

Airports

Springfield-Branson National Airport
118 miles, N • 1.4 star
Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport
124 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Fort Smith Regional Airport
130 miles, W • 1 star