Is it expensive to live in polk?

Compared to the rest of the country, Polk County's cost of living is 28.8% lower than the U.S. average..

What are the schools like in polk?

Polk County public schools spend $12,830 per student. The average school expenditure in the U.S. is $12,383. There are about 13.3 students per teacher in Polk County.

What is the weather like in polk?

May, September and October are the most pleasant months in Polk County, while July and August are the least comfortable months.

What is the economy like in polk?

The unemployment rate in Polk County is 5.4% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%). Recent job growth is Negative. Polk County jobs have decreased by 0.6%.

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About Polk County, AR

Polk County is located in northwestern corner of the US state of Arkansas with a population of 20,662 people according to 2010 census data. Its county seat and largest city is Mena while other cities include Wickes Big Fork Grannis Hatfield Cove Mountain Pine Vandervoort Board Camp Acorn Cossatot etc.... Polk County was formed on November 30th 1844. The economy mainly focuses on timber production along with some livestock activity.