What are the schools like in Dermott, AR?

Dermott is served primarily by DERMOTT SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 6.8:1.

What is the median household income in Dermott?

The median household income in Dermott, AR is $23,537 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 18.0%.

What is the weather like in Dermott, AR?

Dermott has an average high temperature of 50.8°F in January and 91.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.3 inches and annual snowfall averages 1.3 inches.

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

Q: Is Dermott, AR affordable or expensive?

Dermott's cost of living index is 83, where 100 represents the national average. This means Dermott is 17% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $79,100 and the median rent is $538 per month.

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

Dermott has a violent crime rate of 118.6 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1324.4 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Dermott, AR a Good Place to Live?

Dermott is a small town of 2,655 in Arkansas, with a median household income of $23,537 and a 18.0% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 83 (US average = 100), which is 17% below the national average.

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

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

All Dermott 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: 82.8

Dermott's overall cost of living index is 82.8, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Dermott costs roughly 17% less than the average American city.

Metric	Dermott, AR	National Avg
Median Home Value	$79,100	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$538	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	56.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$23,537	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Dermott's violent crime rate is 118.6 per 100,000 residents — 69% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

118.6 /100k

Property Crime

1324.4 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Dermott is served primarily by DERMOTT SCHOOL DISTRICT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 6.8:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Dermott, AR	National Avg
School District	DERMOTT SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	6.8:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	10.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	77.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Dermott sees average highs of 50.8°F in January and 91.0°F in July, with 56.3 inches of annual precipitation and 1.3 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Dermott, AR
Average High — January	50.8°F
Average High — July	91.0°F
Annual Precipitation	56.3"
Annual Snowfall	1.3"

Demographics

Metric	Dermott, AR	National Avg
Population	2,655	—
Median Age	39.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	18.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	24.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	27.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	68.1%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.4%	18.9%
Asian	0.5%	6.3%
Under 18	20.8%	22.2%
65 and over	18.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Halley, AR 6 mi McGehee, AR 7 mi Collins, AR 8 mi Jerome, AR 9 mi Reed, AR 12 mi

ZIP Codes in Dermott

Dermott, AR is covered by 1 ZIP code:

71638

Dermott vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dermott, AR affordable or expensive?

Dermott's cost of living index is 83, where 100 is the national average. That makes Dermott roughly 17% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $79,100 and median rent is $538/month.

What is the crime rate in Dermott, AR?

Dermott's violent crime rate is 118.6 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1324.4 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Dermott?

Public schools in Dermott are operated by DERMOTT SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 6.8:1. 10.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Dermott, AR a good place to live?

Dermott, AR has a population of 2,655, a median household income of $23,537, and an unemployment rate of 18.0%. 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 Dermott?

Dermott averages 50.8°F in January and 91.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 56.3 inches with about 1.3 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Dermott?

Dermott, AR is covered by 1 ZIP code: 71638.

What is the population of Dermott?

The population of Dermott, Arkansas is 2,655 with a median age of 39.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Dermott?

Key numbers for living in Dermott: cost of living index 83 (100 = US average), median home $79,100, median household income $23,537, crime index 44 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Dermott side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.