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Melbourne, Arkansas

Melbourne, Arkansas, in Izard county, is 69 miles W of Jonesboro, Arkansas (center to center) and 122 miles NW of Memphis, Tennessee. There are an estimated 1,673 people in the city.

The People and Families of Melbourne

In Melbourne, about 51% of adults are married. In Melbourne, lots of people live on their own. Though there are lots of families, the city isn't one of those places where everyone is married. Single people can feel at home there.

Melbourne has a larger percentage of females than most places. The city has its share of retirees. People over 65 are not uncommon.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Melbourne had a median family income of $31,900.

Political Inclinations

In the 2004 race for President, George W. Bush was the top recipient of campaign contributions ($5,000) in Melbourne. Party contributions tended to flow to the Republican team.

Melbourne Housing

Approximately 61% of housing in Melbourne is owner-occupied. The city contains many homes that have been built in recent years. Living the single life? Just starting out? Well, you can likely find a small apartment rental in Melbourne. The city is known in Arkansas for having lower rents than most places.

Commuting

In Melbourne, 96% of commuters drive to work.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Affordability of Rents
(vs. Peers)
Top 12%Melbourne Affordability of Rents

Comparative Profile of Melbourne, AR

Comparing Melbourne 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 Population99
Senior Citizens99
Age of the Population79
Children Under 5 Years Old64
Well-Paid Single Women48
Well-Paid Single Men25
Racial Diversity21
Male Share of the Population22

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married23
Average Household Size11

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults67
People in Middle Class or Better37
People Above Poverty36
Median Family Income25

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Short Commute Times86
Public Transportation Use78
Working at Home58
Walking and Biking to Work44

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Living Alone910
Affordability of Rents99
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals99
Housing Recently Built97
Affordability of Property Taxes94
Seasonal and Vacation Housing89
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