Living in Prairie County, Arkansas

Prairie County is a county in Arkansas with a population of around 8,291. The main communities are Des Arc, Hazen, De Valls Bluff.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $619/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $127K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.2%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 54°F) and very hot summers (highs around 90°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Prairie County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 47 and a predominantly working-class population (15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.