Zinc, 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 4/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 1/10
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
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
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
60 332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.7 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
46.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
3.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$34,375 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
76.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
20.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$159,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$211 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$500 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
41.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Boone County
7
Harrison 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

Boone County
4
Harrison Urban Area
4
Arkansas
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 3 36
Feb 3 3 40
Mar 4 2 49
Apr 4 0 58
May 5 0 66
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 3 0 78
Aug 3 0 78
Sep 4 0 70
Oct 4 0 59
Nov 4 0 48
Dec 3 1 38

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 26% of residents leaning left and 68% leaning right.

Liberal (26%) (69%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 77%
Hillary Clinton 18%
Other 5%

Schools

Bergman High School
6 miles, NW 3.7 star
Bergman Elementary School
6 miles, NW 3.7 star
Bergman Middle School
6 miles, NW 3.7 star
Bruno-Pyatt K-12 School
8 miles, S 2.8 star

Colleges

North Arkansas College
11 miles, W 1.4 star
College of the Ozarks
29 miles, N 1.9 star

Hospitals

Baxter Regional Medical Center
29 miles, E 2.3 star
Cox Medical Center Branson
30 miles, N 4.1 star
Mercy Hospital Berryville
36 miles, NW 3.2 star

Airports

Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport
78 miles, NW 1.9 star
Fort Smith Regional Airport
104 miles, W 1 star
Joplin Regional Airport
106 miles, NW 1 star