Forrest City Micro
Forrest City has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $15,029. Population has held roughly steady since 2000. 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 20%. Median home value is $38,200. The poverty rate of 36.6% is well above the national figure.
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How many people live in Forrest City, AR?
Forrest City, AR has about 28,497 residents according to the 1990 Census.
What is the median household income in Forrest City, AR?
The typical household in Forrest City, AR earns about $15,029 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.
Is Forrest City, AR expensive?
In Forrest City, AR, the median home is worth about $38,200, and the typical rent is about $270 a month.
How educated are people in Forrest City, AR?
About 8.5% of adults age 25 and over in Forrest City, AR hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the poverty rate in Forrest City, AR?
About 36.6% of people in Forrest City, AR live below the federal poverty line.
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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR + DECENNIAL CENSUS · METRO ROLLUP OF COMPONENT COUNTIES · UPDATED 2024