Bono, AR Insurance Guide — Local Risks & Coverage
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Here's the local picture for insurance in Bono, Arkansas — the real employers, geography, housing, and weather that shape your coverage, from a licensed local agent who shops 69+ carriers.
The Bono economy & who needs coverage
The local job base in Bono is historically agricultural, with current businesses primarily serving local resident needs, including restaurants, automotive services, financial services, medical facilities, and beauty services. The economy is also influenced by its inclusion in the Jonesboro Metropolitan Statistical Area. (Sources: https://encyclopediaofarkansas.net/entries/bono-craighead-county-859/, https://www.cybo.com/US/bono-arkansas/)
Major employers & who's hiring in Bono
- Westside Consolidated School District #5 — Education (hiring)
- Arkansas Industrial Manufacturing (AIM) — Automation Machinery Manufacturing (hiring)
- Jimco Lamp & Manufacturing Co — Lighting Fixtures Manufacturing
Local businesses in Bono
A few local businesses that make Bono what it is — independent of our agency.
- Bono Auto Parts & Service — Auto Parts & Service
- Subway — Restaurant
- Access Medical Clinic-Bono — Medical Clinic
Local landmarks & geography
- Lake Frierson — A 335-acre lake within Lake Frierson State Park, affecting flood risk and property value for nearby areas, and offering recreational value.
- Ripley Lake — A 20-acre lake near Bono, affecting flood risk and property value for nearby areas, and offering recreational value.
- Bayou Deview River — Part of the Cache River-Bayou DeView Project for flood control in Craighead County, indicating regional flood risk that could impact areas of Bono.
- Lake Frierson State Park — A state park encompassing Lake Frierson, influencing property values in adjacent areas due to amenities and potential for natural hazard exposure (e.g., flooding, wind).
- Interstate 555 (I-555) — A major interstate highway near Bono, impacting property value due to accessibility and potential for increased traffic noise or commercial development.
- U.S. Highway 63 (US 63) — A main commercial corridor connecting Bono, influencing property values along its route and facilitating commercial activity.
Housing stock in Bono
The median age of real estate in Bono, Arkansas, is 26 years. The housing stock includes manufactured homes, suggesting a mix of housing types, likely including both frame and manufactured constructions. There is no readily available information indicating a prominent historic district, though new subdivisions are plausible given the town's growth. For replacement cost and roofs, the presence of manufactured homes implies a portion of the housing stock will have simpler roof structures (shingle or metal) and potentially lower overall replacement costs compared to traditional stick-built homes. (Sources: https://www.bestplaces.net/housing/city/arkansas/bono, https://homenation.com/state/arkansas/city/bono, https://www.manufacturedhomes.com/city/Bono/Arkansas/)
Weather & flood risk in Bono
Bono, AR, located in a region commonly referred to as "Tornado Alley," faces a significant risk of severe weather, including tornadoes, severe thunderstorms, and associated hail, particularly during spring and early summer.
The town of Bono, AR, situated in the lowlands west of Crowley’s Ridge, has historically been plagued by flooding since its inception.
Local facts that affect Bono insurance
- Bono had a population of 2,409 at the 2020 census. — Basic demographic information.
- It is a city in Craighead County, Arkansas, and is part of the Jonesboro, Arkansas Metropolitan Statistical Area. — Geographic and regional context.
- Flooding has historically been a significant issue for Bono due to its location in the lowlands west of Crowley’s Ridge. — Specific hazard fact.
- The economy of Bono employs approximately 1.26 thousand people, with Arkansas State University in nearby Jonesboro being a major employer in the metropolitan area. — Economic context and major employer.
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Sources: en.wikipedia.org · encyclopediaofarkansas.net · datausa.io · westsideschools.org · aim1.us · yellowpages.com · freecampsites.net · onxmaps.com · encyclopediaofarkansas.net · cityofbono.gov