Ashdown, AR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 1/10
school Colleges 2/10
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
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
4,225 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
20.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$47,398 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
74.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
32 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
14.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$130,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$456 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$529 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Little River County
3
Texarkana Metro 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

Little River County
4
Texarkana Metro Area
7
Arkansas
6

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 40% of residents leaning left and 55% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (56%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 42
Feb 4 1 47
Mar 5 0 54
Apr 4 0 63
May 6 0 71
Jun 4 0 78
Jul 4 0 81
Aug 3 0 81
Sep 4 0 74
Oct 5 0 64
Nov 5 0 53
Dec 5 0 44

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Lf Henderson Interm Sch
<1 miles, SE · 1.9star
Ashdown High School
<1 miles, SE · 2.8star
Ashdown Junior High School
1 miles, SE · 2.3star
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Colleges

Texas A&M University-Texarkana
13 miles, S · 1.9star
Texarkana College
16 miles, S · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Wadley Regional Medical Center
18 miles, S · 2.3star
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Airports

Shreveport Regional Airport
87 miles, S · 1.4star
East Texas Regional Airport
95 miles, SW · 1star
Fort Smith Regional Airport
116 miles, N · 1star
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