Watson, AR, is an unincorporated community located in Ashley County, Arkansas. It is home to just over 1,000 people according to the 2010 census. It has a median household income of $28,320 and a poverty rate of 24.8%. Despite its small population size, Watson, AR has earned impressive rankings in some areas. According to BestPlaces.net, it has been ranked highly for Retirement (#3 out of 817 cities in AR) and Amenities ( #4 out of 817 cities). Additionally, it was rated #1 in terms of Cost of Living and Housing among cities with a population under 2,500. These rankings demonstrate that Watson offers a high quality of life for its residents despite its small size and helps them stretch their dollar further when compared to larger cities in the state.
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