What are the schools like in Lepanto, AR?

Lepanto is served primarily by EAST POINSETT COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates 2 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.4:1.

What is the median household income in Lepanto?

The median household income in Lepanto, AR is $40,335 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 8.8%.

What is the weather like in Lepanto, AR?

Lepanto has an average high temperature of 47.3°F in January and 91.1°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 1.8 inches.

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

Q: Is Lepanto, AR affordable or expensive?

Lepanto's cost of living index is 82, where 100 represents the national average. This means Lepanto is 18% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $58,000 and the median rent is $571 per month.

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

Lepanto has a violent crime rate of 611.2 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 855.7 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Lepanto, AR a Good Place to Live?

Lepanto is a small town of 1,706 in Arkansas, with a median household income of $40,335 and a 8.8% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 82 (US average = 100), which is 18% below the national average.

Strengths: Lepanto 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 Lepanto is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Lepanto 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: 81.8

Lepanto's overall cost of living index is 81.8, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Lepanto costs roughly 18% less than the average American city.

Metric	Lepanto, AR	National Avg
Median Home Value	$58,000	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$571	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	63.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$40,335	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Near National Average

Lepanto's violent crime rate is 611.2 per 100,000 residents — 61% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

611.2 /100k

Property Crime

855.7 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Lepanto is served primarily by EAST POINSETT COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Lepanto, AR	National Avg
School District	EAST POINSETT COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	2	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	8.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	80.2%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Lepanto sees average highs of 47.3°F in January and 91.1°F in July, with 52.2 inches of annual precipitation and 1.8 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Lepanto, AR
Average High — January	47.3°F
Average High — July	91.1°F
Annual Precipitation	52.2"
Annual Snowfall	1.8"

Demographics

Metric	Lepanto, AR	National Avg
Population	1,706	—
Median Age	43.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	8.8%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	25.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	72.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	8.8%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	9.3%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	19.2%	22.2%
65 and over	17.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Rivervale, AR 5 mi Dyess, AR 7 mi Marked Tree, AR 8 mi Tyronza, AR 9 mi Etowah, AR 9 mi

ZIP Codes in Lepanto

Lepanto, AR is covered by 1 ZIP code:

72354

Lepanto vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lepanto, AR affordable or expensive?

Lepanto's cost of living index is 82, where 100 is the national average. That makes Lepanto roughly 18% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $58,000 and median rent is $571/month.

What is the crime rate in Lepanto, AR?

Lepanto's violent crime rate is 611.2 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 855.7 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Lepanto?

Public schools in Lepanto are operated by EAST POINSETT COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has 2 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.4:1. 8.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Lepanto, AR a good place to live?

Lepanto, AR has a population of 1,706, a median household income of $40,335, and an unemployment rate of 8.8%. 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 Lepanto?

Lepanto averages 47.3°F in January and 91.1°F in July. Annual rainfall is 52.2 inches with about 1.8 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Lepanto?

Lepanto, AR is covered by 1 ZIP code: 72354.

What is the population of Lepanto?

The population of Lepanto, Arkansas is 1,706 with a median age of 43.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Lepanto?

Key numbers for living in Lepanto: cost of living index 82 (100 = US average), median home $58,000, median household income $40,335, crime index 113 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Lepanto side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.