What are the schools like in Ashdown, AR?

Ashdown is served primarily by ASHDOWN SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.9:1.

What is the median household income in Ashdown?

The median household income in Ashdown, AR is $60,909 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 10.5%.

What is the weather like in Ashdown, AR?

Ashdown has an average high temperature of 53.8°F in January and 93.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 1.8 inches.

Ashdown, AR Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Ashdown, AR affordable or expensive?

Ashdown's cost of living index is 85, where 100 represents the national average. This means Ashdown is 15% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $134,100 and the median rent is $416 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Ashdown, AR?

Ashdown has a violent crime rate of 435.2 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 2780.5 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Ashdown, AR a Good Place to Live?

Ashdown is a small town of 4,264 in Arkansas, with a median household income of $60,909 and a 10.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 85 (US average = 100), which is 15% below the national average.

Strengths: Ashdown stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B+).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Ashdown is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Ashdown city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 85.3

Ashdown's overall cost of living index is 85.3, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Ashdown costs roughly 15% less than the average American city.

Metric	Ashdown, AR	National Avg
Median Home Value	$134,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$416	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	85.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$60,909	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Near National Average

Ashdown's violent crime rate is 435.2 per 100,000 residents — 15% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

435.2 /100k

Property Crime

2780.5 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Ashdown is served primarily by ASHDOWN SCHOOL DISTRICT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Ashdown, AR	National Avg
School District	ASHDOWN SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	20.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	94.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Ashdown sees average highs of 53.8°F in January and 93.2°F in July, with 53.2 inches of annual precipitation and 1.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Ashdown, AR
Average High — January	53.8°F
Average High — July	93.2°F
Annual Precipitation	53.2"
Annual Snowfall	1.8"

Demographics

Metric	Ashdown, AR	National Avg
Population	4,264	—
Median Age	42.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	10.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	33.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	59.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	30.6%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	6.2%	18.9%
Asian	0.6%	6.3%
Under 18	23.1%	22.2%
65 and over	19.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Wilton, AR 5 mi Yarborough Landing, AR 7 mi Ogden, AR 8 mi Alleene, AR 10 mi Ben Lomond, AR 11 mi

ZIP Codes in Ashdown

Ashdown, AR is covered by 1 ZIP code:

71822

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ashdown, AR affordable or expensive?

Ashdown's cost of living index is 85, where 100 is the national average. That makes Ashdown roughly 15% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $134,100 and median rent is $416/month.

What is the crime rate in Ashdown, AR?

Ashdown's violent crime rate is 435.2 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 2780.5 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Ashdown?

Public schools in Ashdown are operated by ASHDOWN SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.9:1. 20.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Ashdown, AR a good place to live?

Ashdown, AR has a population of 4,264, a median household income of $60,909, and an unemployment rate of 10.5%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Ashdown?

Ashdown averages 53.8°F in January and 93.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 53.2 inches with about 1.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Ashdown?

Ashdown, AR is covered by 1 ZIP code: 71822.

What is the population of Ashdown?

The population of Ashdown, Arkansas is 4,264 with a median age of 42.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Ashdown?

Key numbers for living in Ashdown: cost of living index 85 (100 = US average), median home $134,100, median household income $60,909, crime index 122 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Ashdown side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.