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Grant County, AR

18,160 residents · 632 sq mi · 28.7/sq mi · 74% rural

Climate
62.5°F
54.8" rain/yr
Water
humid
Aridity index 1.68
Hardiness
Zone 9a
Winter low ~21.9°F

About Grant County

Grant County, officially the County of Grant, is a county in the U.S. state of Arkansas. Its population was 17,958 at the 2020 United States census. The county seat is Sheridan. Grant County is included in the Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway metropolitan area. It is an alcohol prohibition or dry county.

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Prepper Suitability
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National rank: #1328 of 3,109
Locator map
Location within the continental US

Prepper Assessment

This area features a mix of rural and suburban landscapes, with a population density of 28.7 people per square mile, which allows for some degree of remoteness. The climate is characterized by an annual mean temperature of 62.5°F and ample rainfall at 54.8 inches per year, supporting a growing season suitable for diverse crops in USDA zone 9a. However, the humid environment may also require careful water management, particularly during the hotter months when summer highs can reach 92.5°F.

Natural hazards present notable risks, with ice storms ranked 81 and earthquakes at 66 on the FEMA scale, indicating potential disruptions to daily life. Additionally, the area has a higher violence percentile of 72/100, suggesting that safety may be a concern for some residents. The median home price of $141,400 and a low effective property tax of 0.57% could be attractive, but the 51% broadband subscription rate indicates that connectivity may be limited for those who work remotely or rely on online resources.

This county may appeal to self-sufficient individuals or families seeking a rural lifestyle with reasonable housing costs and a warm climate. Those who thrive here are likely to be adaptable and prepared for the occasional severe weather events. However, individuals who prioritize high-speed internet access or have concerns about safety might find this location less suitable, as the potential for natural hazards and a higher violence percentile could be dealbreakers for some.

AI-generated analysis based on county data (climate, hazards, density, housing, economy). For general orientation only.

Key Facts

Ranked #1,015 nationally
Out of 3,109 CONUS counties for composite prepper suitability.
#9 of 75 in AR
Ranked #9 of 75 counties statewide for prepper suitability.
Dominant hazard: ice storm
FEMA ranks ice storm risk at 81/100 here — the leading natural threat.
Rural-suburban mix
28.7 people per square mile.
Climate profile
Classified as humid with a 62.5°F annual mean and 54.8" of annual precipitation. USDA hardiness zone 9a.
Housing & taxes
Median home value $141,400.

Score Breakdown

Violence
89
percentile (lower = safer)
Disasters
16
percentile (lower = safer)
Density
37
percentile (lower = emptier)
Overall FEMA Risk
15.7
NRI composite (0-100)

Natural Hazard Profile (FEMA NRI)

Cold Wave 13
Drought 19
Earthquake 66
Hail 45
Hurricane 38
Heat Wave 61
Riverine Flood 17
Ice Storm 81
Landslide 21
Lightning 29
Strong Wind 48
Tornado 54
Wildfire 24
Winter Weather 25

Monthly Climate (1991–2020 normals)

Average temperature
JFMAMJ JASOND
Monthly precipitation (inches)
JFMAMJ JASOND
Summer high
92.5°F
Winter low
31.9°F
Heating degree days
2,926
Cooling degree days
2,034

Housing & Economy

Median home value
$141,400
Median HH income
$68,598
Price to income
2.1×
Property tax rate
0.57%
~$804/yr median

Community Profile

Median age
40.2
Homeownership
80.3%
Poverty rate
13.5%
Unemployment
3.3%

Connectivity

Broadband households
51.3%
No internet access
15.1%

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Data sources. Prepper scores are national percentile ranks of firearm fatalities (County Health Rankings 2024 / CDC WONDER), FEMA National Risk Index 2023 composite disaster score, and population density (ACS 2022 + TIGER 2022 land area). Climate from NOAA nClimDiv 1991–2020 normals. Hardiness zone is estimated from climate data and may differ from the official USDA PHZM. Demographics and housing from Census ACS 5-year 2022. All scores are for comparison purposes only and do not constitute advice about where to live.