What are the schools like in Hoxie, AR?

Hoxie is served primarily by HOXIE SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 8.7:1.

What is the median household income in Hoxie?

The median household income in Hoxie, AR is $33,354 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.1%.

What is the weather like in Hoxie, AR?

Hoxie has an average high temperature of 44.3°F in January and 87.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 3.5 inches.

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

Q: Is Hoxie, AR affordable or expensive?

Hoxie's cost of living index is 86, where 100 represents the national average. This means Hoxie is 14% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $80,900 and the median rent is $805 per month.

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

Hoxie has a violent crime rate of 184.5 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 811.8 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Hoxie, AR a Good Place to Live?

Hoxie is a small town of 2,623 in Arkansas, with a median household income of $33,354 and a 7.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 86 (US average = 100), which is 14% below the national average.

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

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

All Hoxie 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: 86.2

Hoxie's overall cost of living index is 86.2, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Hoxie costs roughly 14% less than the average American city.

Metric	Hoxie, AR	National Avg
Median Home Value	$80,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$805	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	54.3%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$33,354	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Hoxie's violent crime rate is 184.5 per 100,000 residents — 51% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

184.5 /100k

Property Crime

811.8 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Hoxie is served primarily by HOXIE SCHOOL DISTRICT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Hoxie, AR	National Avg
School District	HOXIE SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	8.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	4.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	83.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Hoxie sees average highs of 44.3°F in January and 87.8°F in July, with 47.5 inches of annual precipitation and 3.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Hoxie, AR
Average High — January	44.3°F
Average High — July	87.8°F
Annual Precipitation	47.5"
Annual Snowfall	3.5"

Demographics

Metric	Hoxie, AR	National Avg
Population	2,623	—
Median Age	37.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	27.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	83.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	2.7%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	10.7%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	26.3%	22.2%
65 and over	17.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Walnut Ridge, AR 4 mi Minturn, AR 5 mi Portia, AR 6 mi Sedgwick, AR 8 mi Black Rock, AR 9 mi

ZIP Codes in Hoxie

Hoxie, AR is covered by 1 ZIP code:

72433

Hoxie vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hoxie, AR affordable or expensive?

Hoxie's cost of living index is 86, where 100 is the national average. That makes Hoxie roughly 14% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $80,900 and median rent is $805/month.

What is the crime rate in Hoxie, AR?

Hoxie's violent crime rate is 184.5 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 811.8 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Hoxie?

Public schools in Hoxie are operated by HOXIE SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.7:1. 4.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Hoxie, AR a good place to live?

Hoxie, AR has a population of 2,623, a median household income of $33,354, and an unemployment rate of 7.1%. 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 Hoxie?

Hoxie averages 44.3°F in January and 87.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 47.5 inches with about 3.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Hoxie?

Hoxie, AR is covered by 1 ZIP code: 72433.

What is the population of Hoxie?

The population of Hoxie, Arkansas is 2,623 with a median age of 37.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Hoxie?

Key numbers for living in Hoxie: cost of living index 86 (100 = US average), median home $80,900, median household income $33,354, crime index 45 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Hoxie side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.