Woodruff County, AR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
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
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
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
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
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
6,157 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.9% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$49,982 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
76.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.2% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$96,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$385 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$389 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
55.3% 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

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 44% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (52%) (44%) 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 42
Mar 5 0 51
Apr 5 0 60
May 5 0 69
Jun 3 0 77
Jul 3 0 81
Aug 3 0 80
Sep 3 0 72
Oct 4 0 61
Nov 5 0 50
Dec 5 0 40

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

McCrory High School
5 miles, NE · 2.8star
McCrory Elementary School
5 miles, NE · 4.1star
Augusta Elementary School
9 miles, N · 1.4star
Augusta High School
9 miles, N · 2.3star

Colleges

Harding University
27 miles, NW · 2.3star
Searcy Beauty College
28 miles, NW · 1star
East Arkansas Community College
29 miles, SE · 1.4star

Hospitals

White County Medical Center
26 miles, NW · 2.3star
Crossridge Community Hospital
26 miles, E · 5star
Forrest City Medical Center
29 miles, SE · 3.2star
White River Medical Center
46 miles, N · 4.1star

Airports

Memphis International Airport
72 miles, SE · 2.8star
Cape Girardeau Regional Airport
169 miles, NE · 1star
Fort Smith Regional Airport
176 miles, NW · 1star