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City of Walnut Ridge, Arkansas

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About homes in Walnut Ridge

Census and NOAA figures for the city of Walnut Ridge in Lawrence County, not the metro, with a source for each.

1977Median year built1U.S. 1980
55%Built before 198017% built since 2010
1978Owner-occupied median year built1rentals 1977
79%Detached single-family15% in 5+ unit buildings
57%Owner-occupied166% statewide
$118kMedian home value1Arkansas median $188k

The median home in the city of Walnut Ridge was built in 1977, older than the U.S. median of 1980 and older than the Arkansas median of 1987. That is in line with the Lawrence County median of 1978.1 Somewhat more of Walnut Ridge's housing predates 1980 than the national share: 55% against 50%, with 7% built since 2010. The largest single share, 35%, dates from 1960-1979. That makes it much the same age as Lawrence County as a whole (55% built before 1980).1 Older housing stock means a contractor's first job is finding what is behind the finish - wiring, plumbing and roof decking - before a price is final. Owner-occupied and rented homes in Walnut Ridge are of similar age: median build years 1978 and 1977.1

Housing in Walnut Ridge is mostly detached single-family: 79% of units, with 5% in buildings of five or more units.1 A mostly detached stock means the full range of exterior work applies: roofs, garage doors, chimneys and backyard units. 57% of occupied homes in Walnut Ridge are owner-occupied, below the Arkansas share of 66%.1 The median owner-occupied home in Walnut Ridge is valued at $117,900 (ACS), below the Arkansas median of $188,000. Within Lawrence County the median is $98,900, so Walnut Ridge sits above it.1 With values below the state median, phased scopes - the essential work first - are a common way to keep a project sensible.

The Jonesboro Muni Ap station averages 65 nights a year at or below 32°F and 12 at or below 20°F.2,3 A real freeze season means masonry, roofing and exterior sealing are specified for freeze-thaw cycles. Summers run hot, with about 66 days a year at 90°F or more and 3 at 100°F.2,3 A long hot season shortens the life of roofing, sealants and garage-door electronics, and it shapes what a contractor specifies.

Rainfall is substantial: about 49 inches a year, 15 days of it an inch or more.2,3 Heavy rainfall makes flashing, drainage and ventilation details the difference between a sound assembly and a wet one. Heating and cooling loads are both real: about 3,451 heating and 1,994 cooling degree days a year (base 65°F).2,3 Building permits in Walnut Ridge are normally issued by the city building department.4

Share of Walnut Ridge housing units by year built
Before 19404.9%
1940-195915.2%
1960-197935.1%
1980-199929.2%
2000-20098.6%
2010 or later6.9%
Sources and notes (4)
  1. U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS 2020-2024 5-year (released 2026-01))
  2. NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals, nearest station (1991-2020 normals (published 2021))
  3. NOAA NCEI normals station inventory (1991-2020)
  4. U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer files (2025)
  5. Climate figures are for NOAA station Jonesboro Muni Ap, 24.3 miles from the place center; housing figures are ACS ACS 2020-2024 5-year with 90% margins of error in the source tables.

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How much does home remodeling cost in Walnut Ridge, AR?

Most home remodeling projects in Walnut Ridge, AR land between $14,750 and $77,900, depending on scope, access and material grade. That is an estimated range for planning, not a quote - call (844) 624-3161 and we will scope your job properly.

Do I need drawings before calling?

No. If you have them, good - if not, we start from what you want to change and work back to what the house allows.

How old are the homes in Walnut Ridge?

The median home in the city of Walnut Ridge was built in 1977, older than the U.S. median of 1980 and older than the Arkansas median of 1987. That is in line with the Lawrence County median of 1978. Somewhat more of Walnut Ridge's housing predates 1980 than the national share: 55% against 50%, with 7% built since 2010. The largest single share, 35%, dates from 1960-1979. That makes it much the same age as Lawrence County as a whole (55% built before 1980). Those are Census figures for the whole housing stock, including apartments, not a statement about any one house.

What is the Walnut Ridge climate like for exterior work?

The Jonesboro Muni Ap station averages 65 nights a year at or below 32°F and 12 at or below 20°F. Summers run hot, with about 66 days a year at 90°F or more and 3 at 100°F. Rainfall is substantial: about 49 inches a year, 15 days of it an inch or more. NOAA 1991-2020 normals for the nearest station; a contractor still assesses the actual site.

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