Jasper, Arkansas
Quick Statistics
Jasper is a community in Newton County, Arkansas, home to about 453 people spread across 1.0 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $20,375 a year, and a typical home is worth about $183,900. About 13.5% of adults hold a college degree, and 90.4% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has shrunk about 3 percent over the past decade.
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Among the Arkansas towns GeoStat tracks, Jasper ranks number 314 of 614 in population, number 479 in median household income, number 93 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Jasper typically top out near 83°F in July, while January nights average about 26°F. The area sees roughly 10 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Western Grove, AR | 14.4 mi. | 438 |
| 2. | Valley Springs, AR | 14.8 mi. | 121 |
| 3. | Bellefonte, AR | 15.2 mi. | 428 |
| 4. | Harrison, AR | 16.4 mi. | 13,350 |
| 5. | Everton, AR | 18.4 mi. | 79 |
| 6. | Pindall, AR | 18.5 mi. | 198 |
| 7. | Alpena, AR | 20.4 mi. | 510 |
| 8. | St. Joe, AR | 21.6 mi. | 136 |
What is the population of Jasper, Arkansas?
Jasper has a population of about 453 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Jasper, Arkansas in?
Jasper is located in Newton County, Arkansas.
What is the median home value in Jasper, Arkansas?
The median home value in Jasper is about $183,900, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Jasper, Arkansas?
The median personal income in Jasper is about $20,375 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Jasper, Arkansas?
Since 1950, 16 tornadoes have been recorded in Newton County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Jasper, Arkansas?
Typical July highs run about 83 degrees and January lows about 26 degrees, with around 10 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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