Pleasant Plains, AR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 3/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
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
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited 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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
263 332.4M (US)
Median Age
37.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
82.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$57,143 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$130,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$342 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$583 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
69.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Independence County
6
Batesville 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

Independence County
4
Batesville Urban Area
4
Arkansas
6

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 26% of residents leaning left and 69% leaning right.

Liberal (26%) (69%) 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 37
Feb 4 1 41
Mar 5 0 50
Apr 5 0 59
May 5 0 68
Jun 4 0 77
Jul 4 0 80
Aug 3 0 80
Sep 4 0 72
Oct 5 0 61
Nov 5 0 50
Dec 5 0 40

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Midland High School
<1 miles, S · 1.9star
Midland Elementary School
8 miles, NW · 1.9star
Southside Elementary School
9 miles, NE · 2.3star
Southside Junior High School
10 miles, N · 2.8star

Colleges

Lyon College
15 miles, NE · 1.9star
Harding University
22 miles, SW · 2.3star
Searcy Beauty College
23 miles, SW · 1star

Hospitals

White River Medical Center
15 miles, N · 4.1star
White County Medical Center
21 miles, SW · 2.3star
Stone County Medical Center
33 miles, NW · 4.1star

Airports

Memphis International Airport
100 miles, SE · 2.8star
Fort Smith Regional Airport
155 miles, W · 1star