Junction City, AR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
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
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
564 332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
76.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$35,506 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
21 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$110,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$375 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$494 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Union County
5
El Dorado Urban Area
5
Arkansas
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Union County
5
El Dorado Urban Area
5
Arkansas
6

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 37% of residents leaning left and 59% leaning right.

Liberal (37%) (60%) 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 5 0 43
Feb 5 0 47
Mar 5 0 54
Apr 4 0 63
May 5 0 71
Jun 5 0 77
Jul 4 0 81
Aug 2 0 81
Sep 4 0 74
Oct 5 0 64
Nov 5 0 54
Dec 5 0 45

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Northeast Claiborne Charter
<1 miles, W · 2.8star
Junction City Elem School
<1 miles, W · 1.9star
Junction City High School
<1 miles, W · 2.3star
Summerfield High School
10 miles, SW · 3.7star
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Colleges

South Arkansas Community College
13 miles, NE · 1.4star
Louisiana Tech University
34 miles, S · 2.3star
Grambling State University
34 miles, S · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Medical Center of South Arkansas
14 miles, NE · 3.2star
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Airports

Monroe Regional Airport
53 miles, SE · 1star
Shreveport Regional Airport
75 miles, W · 1.4star
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