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Ash Flat, AR


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Ash Flat, Arkansas

Ash Flat, Arkansas, in Sharp county, is 57 miles NW of Jonesboro, Arkansas (center to center) and 114 miles NW of Memphis, Tennessee. The city has a population of 977.

The People and Families of Ash Flat

In Ash Flat, about 47% of adults are married. Lots of people in Ash Flat live independently, in one-person housing. The city has its share of unmarried adults.

The government tells us that Ash Flat features an unusually large number of women. People 65 and older make up an important part of the community in the city.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Ash Flat had a median family income of $22,019.

Political Inclinations

In the 2004 Presidential fund-raising sweepstakes, John Kerry came out ahead among Ash Flat residents, with $250. Residents gave more to the Democratic party than any of the others.

Ash Flat Housing

In Ash Flat, 68% of the houses and apartments are occupied by the owners, not rented out. If you prefer houses that are on the new side, the city may be the place for you - the average age of homes here is quite young. Landlords in Ash Flat rent a large number of single bedroom units. And yes, you can rent a place in the city without breaking the bank.

Commuting

In Ash Flat, 92% of commuters drive to work. In Ash Flat, people are more dependent on their automobiles than usual.

High Points

Ash Flat strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Arkansas):

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)
Top 2%trophyAsh Flat Affordability of Rents
Affordability of Property Taxes
(vs. Peers)
Top 10%Ash Flat Affordability of Property Taxes

Comparative Profile of Ash Flat, AR

Comparing Ash Flat to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Arkansas (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Female Share of the Population1010
Senior Citizens1010
Age of the Population1010
Racial Diversity42
Children Under 5 Years Old21
Well-Paid Single Men11
Male Share of the Population11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married22
Average Household Size11

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults68
People Above Poverty12
People in Middle Class or Better11
Median Family Income11

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Working at Home810
Short Commute Times75
Walking and Biking to Work22
Public Transportation Use22

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Affordability of Rents1010
People Living Alone1010
Housing Recently Built109
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals1010
Affordability of Property Taxes108
Seasonal and Vacation Housing56
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