Living in Calhoun County, Arkansas

Calhoun County is a county in Arkansas with a population of around 5,229. The main communities are Hampton, Thornton, Harrell.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,037/month, below the national average, with a median home price of around $115K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 1.9%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 58°F) and very hot summers (highs around 90°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. The area has tornado risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Calhoun County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 45 and a predominantly working-class population (11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.