Ivan City Demographics

Ivan is a small city in Dallas County, Arkansas, with a population of approximately 204 as of the 2020 U.S. Census. The median age is around 43 years. About 52% of residents are male and 48% are female. The city's racial makeup is roughly 72% White, 26% Black or African American, and 2% identifying as two or more races. Hispanic or Latino individuals comprise less than 2% of the population. Ivan remains a predominantly rural, close-knit community.

Education in Ivan City

There is no city named Ivan in Dallas County, Arkansas; instead, Ivan is an unincorporated community. Public schooling for Ivan area residents is primarily served by the Fordyce School District, which includes Fordyce High School. The district comprises 3 schools with a GreatSchools rating averaging 5/10. About 80% of Fordyce students graduate high school, while approximately 12% of adults in Dallas County hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. Schools offer programs in athletics and vocational training, with a moderate record of school safety and limited adult education options locally.

Ivan City Housing

Ivan is a small unincorporated community near Dallas in Dallas County, Arkansas. Homeownership dominates, with over 75% owner-occupied units, and median home values range from $70,000–$90,000. Rental options are limited, with average rents near $700/month. Housing primarily consists of single-family homes and manufactured houses, often on large lots. Neighborhoods are rural and sparsely populated. Property values have remained stable with slight 2–3% annual increases. Property tax rates in Dallas County average 0.59%, meaning a $80,000 home pays roughly $472 yearly.

Transportation in Ivan City

Ivan, a small community in Dallas County, Arkansas (not within Dallas, TX), lacks city-scale transportation infrastructure; most residents commute by personal vehicle, with vehicle ownership exceeding 90%. Average commute times are around 25 minutes, primarily to employment centers in Fordyce or Camden. Public transit options are virtually nonexistent, and there are no major employment hubs within Ivan itself. Most roads are rural and two-lane, with little traffic congestion. Biking and walking rates are minimal due to the area’s rural character and distances between homes and workplaces. (U.S. Census, rural Arkansas transportation data)

Ivan City Healthcare

Ivan, a small community in Dallas County, Arkansas, lacks hospitals within the city; residents typically travel to Dallas County Medical Center in nearby Fordyce (approx. 10 miles away). Local healthcare options are limited to small clinics and family practices. Dallas County’s population is about 6,000, with 27% Black and 71% White residents. Leading health concerns include diabetes and hypertension. About 12% of residents lack health insurance, compared to the Arkansas average of 8.2%. Physician density in the county is approximately 1 per 2,000 residents, reflecting limited healthcare accessibility in Ivan.

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