Living in Stone County, Arkansas

Stone County is a county in Arkansas with a population of around 12,456. The main communities are Mountain View, Fifty-Six.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $604/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $172K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 3.1%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 50°F) and hot summers (highs around 87°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk, tornado risk and wildfire risk.

Demographics

Stone County has older demographics, with a median age of 50 and a predominantly working-class population (14% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.