What are the schools like in Mansfield, AR?

Mansfield is served primarily by MANSFIELD SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 8.3:1.

What is the median household income in Mansfield?

The median household income in Mansfield, AR is $43,235 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 9.6%.

What is the weather like in Mansfield, AR?

Mansfield has an average high temperature of 50.6°F in January and 92.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.1 inches and annual snowfall averages 3.5 inches.

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

Q: Is Mansfield, AR affordable or expensive?

Mansfield's cost of living index is 87, where 100 represents the national average. This means Mansfield is 13% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $102,500 and the median rent is $734 per month.

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

Mansfield has a violent crime rate of 284.9 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 474.8 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Mansfield, AR a Good Place to Live?

Mansfield is a small town of 1,326 in Arkansas, with a median household income of $43,235 and a 9.6% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 87 (US average = 100), which is 13% below the national average.

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

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

All Mansfield 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: 86.6

Mansfield's overall cost of living index is 86.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Mansfield costs roughly 13% less than the average American city.

Metric	Mansfield, AR	National Avg
Median Home Value	$102,500	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$734	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	62.1%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$43,235	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Mansfield's violent crime rate is 284.9 per 100,000 residents — 25% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

284.9 /100k

Property Crime

474.8 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Mansfield is served primarily by MANSFIELD SCHOOL DISTRICT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Mansfield, AR	National Avg
School District	MANSFIELD SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	8.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	4.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	85.5%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Mansfield sees average highs of 50.6°F in January and 92.2°F in July, with 52.1 inches of annual precipitation and 3.5 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Mansfield, AR
Average High — January	50.6°F
Average High — July	92.2°F
Annual Precipitation	52.1"
Annual Snowfall	3.5"

Demographics

Metric	Mansfield, AR	National Avg
Population	1,326	—
Median Age	40.5	38.9
Unemployment Rate	9.6%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	23.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	87.8%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	4.1%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	24.7%	22.2%
65 and over	20.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Huntington, AR 2 mi Midland, AR 7 mi Hartford, AR 9 mi Greenwood, AR 10 mi Hackett, AR 13 mi

ZIP Codes in Mansfield

Mansfield, AR is covered by 1 ZIP code:

72944

Mansfield vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Mansfield, AR affordable or expensive?

Mansfield's cost of living index is 87, where 100 is the national average. That makes Mansfield roughly 13% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $102,500 and median rent is $734/month.

What is the crime rate in Mansfield, AR?

Mansfield's violent crime rate is 284.9 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 474.8 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Mansfield?

Public schools in Mansfield are operated by MANSFIELD SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 8.3:1. 4.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Mansfield, AR a good place to live?

Mansfield, AR has a population of 1,326, a median household income of $43,235, and an unemployment rate of 9.6%. 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 Mansfield?

Mansfield averages 50.6°F in January and 92.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 52.1 inches with about 3.5 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Mansfield?

Mansfield, AR is covered by 1 ZIP code: 72944.

What is the population of Mansfield?

The population of Mansfield, Arkansas is 1,326 with a median age of 40.5. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Mansfield?

Key numbers for living in Mansfield: cost of living index 87 (100 = US average), median home $102,500, median household income $43,235, crime index 54 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Mansfield side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.