Cleveland County
AR · Pop. 7,491 · Rural County
Cleveland County, Arkansas covers 598 square miles with a population of 7,491 and a density of 12.5 people per square mile, so rural land and genuine privacy are available. The agricultural economy is rated weak, built on hay, haylage, lettuce. The median home price is $123,000, with an effective property tax rate of 0.58%. The climate sits in USDA hardiness zone 8a with a 229-day growing season, average summer highs of 92.8°F and average winter lows of 34.8°F. Annual rainfall averages 54.4 inches, generally adequate for the region's crops and pasture. Dallas County Medical Center is 14.7 miles away, though without an in-county emergency room. Broadband reaches 67.1% of homes. On the hazard side, tornado risk is high, so plan infrastructure and insurance accordingly.
Pros
- A long 229-day growing season in USDA zone 8a supports a wide range of crops and multiple plantings.
- A low effective property tax rate of 0.58% holds annual carrying costs down.
- A median home price of $123,000 makes land and property relatively affordable.
- At 12.5 people per square mile, land is available with genuine space and privacy.
- Annual rainfall of 54.4 inches supports rain-fed gardens and pasture in most years.
Cons
- Broadband reaches only 67.1% of homes, a real gap for remote work or online sales.
- The nearest hospital, Dallas County Medical Center, is 14.7 miles away, a real consideration for medical needs.
- The agricultural economy is rated weak, so local farm markets, suppliers, and services are limited.
At a glance
Cleveland County, AR is a strong overall fit for homesteading.
- Homestead score
- 85/100
- Median home price
- $123k
- Property tax
- 0.58%
- Growing season
- 229 days (zone 8a)
- Annual rainfall
- 54.4"
- Broadband
- 67.1%
- Nearest hospital
- Dallas County Medical Center, 14.7 mi
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Homesteading in Cleveland County: FAQ
- What is the growing season like in Cleveland County?
- Cleveland County is in USDA hardiness zone 8a with a 229-day growing season, average summer highs of 92.8°F, and average winter lows of 34.8°F. The established crops are hay, haylage, lettuce.
- How affordable is land and property here?
- The median home price is $123,000 and the effective property tax rate is 0.58%. County-level per-acre prices aren't published, so compare current local listings for raw land.
- Is broadband internet available?
- Broadband reaches 67.1% of homes, so verify service at a specific parcel before purchasing.
- How close is healthcare?
- Dallas County Medical Center is 14.7 miles away, without an in-county emergency room.
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Figures are sourced from public datasets: U.S. Census Bureau — ACS 5-year & Gazetteer, USDA NASS Census of Agriculture, USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map, NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020), FEMA National Risk Index, FCC Broadband Data Collection, BLS Local Area Unemployment Statistics, HIFLD Hospitals. Always confirm specifics locally before relying on them. See our methodology for how the homestead score is calculated.
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