What are the schools like in Fouke, AR?

Fouke is served primarily by FOUKE SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 9.4:1.

What is the median household income in Fouke?

The median household income in Fouke, AR is $33,393 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.4%.

What is the weather like in Fouke, AR?

Fouke has an average high temperature of 54.0°F in January and 92.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 0.9 inches.

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

Q: Is Fouke, AR affordable or expensive?

Fouke's cost of living index is 85, where 100 represents the national average. This means Fouke is 15% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is N/A and the median rent is $739 per month.

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

Fouke has a violent crime rate of 651.9 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 2781.1 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Fouke, AR a Good Place to Live?

Fouke is a small town of 728 in Arkansas, with a median household income of $33,393 and a 7.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 85 (US average = 100), which is 15% below the national average.

Strengths: Fouke stands out for an affordable cost of living, solid school ratings (B+), short average commutes.

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

All Fouke 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

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

Metric	Fouke, AR	National Avg
Median Home Value	N/A	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$739	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	56.7%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$33,393	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Higher than Average

Fouke's violent crime rate is 651.9 per 100,000 residents — 72% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

651.9 /100k

Property Crime

2781.1 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Fouke is served primarily by FOUKE SCHOOL DISTRICT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Fouke, AR	National Avg
School District	FOUKE SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	9.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	9.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	74.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Fouke sees average highs of 54.0°F in January and 92.7°F in July, with 52.5 inches of annual precipitation and 0.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Fouke, AR
Average High — January	54.0°F
Average High — July	92.7°F
Annual Precipitation	52.5"
Annual Snowfall	0.9"

Demographics

Metric	Fouke, AR	National Avg
Population	728	—
Median Age	23.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	24.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	79.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	2.7%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.3%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	38.0%	22.2%
65 and over	7.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Genoa, AR 8 mi Garland, AR 12 mi Domino, TX 13 mi Bloomburg, TX 13 mi Texarkana, AR 13 mi

ZIP Codes in Fouke

Fouke, AR is covered by 1 ZIP code:

71837

Fouke vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fouke, AR affordable or expensive?

Fouke's cost of living index is 85, where 100 is the national average. That makes Fouke roughly 15% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is N/A and median rent is $739/month.

What is the crime rate in Fouke, AR?

Fouke's violent crime rate is 651.9 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 2781.1 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Fouke?

Public schools in Fouke are operated by FOUKE SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.4:1. 9.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Fouke, AR a good place to live?

Fouke, AR has a population of 728, a median household income of $33,393, and an unemployment rate of 7.4%. 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 Fouke?

Fouke averages 54.0°F in January and 92.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 52.5 inches with about 0.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Fouke?

Fouke, AR is covered by 1 ZIP code: 71837.

What is the population of Fouke?

The population of Fouke, Arkansas is 728 with a median age of 23.9. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Fouke?

Key numbers for living in Fouke: cost of living index 85 (100 = US average), median home N/A, median household income $33,393, crime index 156 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Fouke side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.