Lee County Public RecordsArkansas

Lee County, AR, serves around 1,000 K-12 students across 3 public schools, including Lee High School. About 73% of adults hold a high school diploma, but only 8% have a bachelor’s degree or higher. Schools score below the state average, with the district’s average test score at 23%. Adult education is offered through local programs focused on GED completion. School safety measures include secure entry policies and resource officers. Available programs include basic STEM, athletics, and limited college preparatory courses.

As of 2022, Lee County, AR had an employment rate of approximately 37.7%. Major employment sectors include health care and social assistance (23.8%), educational services (17.9%), and public administration (13.7%). The predominant occupation types are office and administrative support (16.9%), management (12.4%), and healthcare support (9.2%). Most working residents commute out of the county, with an average commute time of 22.6 minutes, and only about 36.5% of workers both live and work within Lee County.

Lee County, Arkansas has a homeownership rate of about 66%, with median home values around $65,000. The average gross rent is approximately $650 per month. Property values have remained relatively stable over the past few years due to a modest housing market. Housing types primarily include single-family homes and some small multi-family units. Key neighborhoods are mostly centered around Marianna, the county seat. Property tax rates are low, averaging about 0.6% of a home's assessed value, making it an affordable choice for homeowners and renters alike.

As of the 2020 Census, Lee County, Arkansas, had a population of 8,600. About 60% of residents are Black or African American, with 36% White, and 4% Hispanic, multiracial, or other groups. The median age is 42.3 years. The gender distribution is nearly even, with approximately 53% male and 47% female. The county has seen a population decline in recent decades, reflecting broader rural trends in Arkansas.

Lee County, AR, had approximately 6,100 registered voters as of 2022. The county administers primary, general, and special elections, with polling locations across Marianna and surrounding communities—7 precincts in total. In the 2020 presidential election, 67% of voters chose the Democratic candidate, and 32% voted Republican. Election issues typically include local infrastructure and education. The Lee County Clerk oversees election administration. The major parties are Democratic and Republican. Voter turnout in the last general election was around 50%. For more information, residents can contact the County Clerk’s office or visit the local government website.

Lee County, AR, experiences higher crime rates compared to state and national averages, particularly in property crime. According to recent data, the county’s violent crime rate stands at approximately 7.8 incidents per 1,000 residents, while property crime is about 22.4 per 1,000. Despite a slight decline in reported crimes over the past few years, safety concerns remain. Law enforcement encourages active community reporting, with roughly 1,000 crime reports filed annually. Residents are advised to stay vigilant and utilize local safety programs to help further reduce crime rates.