Bella Vista, AR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 8/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
30,935 332.4M (US)
Median Age
51.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
37.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$85,932 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.4% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$262,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$532 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,063 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
80.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Benton County
4
Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers Metro Area
4
Arkansas
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Benton County
4
Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers Metro Area
4
Arkansas
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 3 36
Feb 3 3 40
Mar 4 2 48
Apr 4 0 57
May 5 0 66
Jun 5 0 74
Jul 3 0 78
Aug 3 0 78
Sep 5 0 70
Oct 4 0 59
Nov 4 0 48
Dec 3 2 38

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 29% of residents leaning left and 66% leaning right.

Liberal (29%) (67%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 65%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, AR State Senate District 34, AR State House District 12, AR
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Schools

Cooper Elementary School
3 miles, S • 4.6 star
Centerton Gamble Elementary
6 miles, SW • 3.7 star
White Rock Elem
6 miles, N • 2.8 star
Lincoln Junior High School
6 miles, S • 3.7 star
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Colleges

Bryan University
11 miles, S • 1 star
Ecclesia College
18 miles, S
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Hospitals

Northwest Medical Center-Springdale
21 miles, S • 2.3 star
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Airports

Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport
13 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Joplin Regional Airport
49 miles, N • 1 star
Springfield-Branson National Airport
72 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Fort Smith Regional Airport
78 miles, SW • 1 star
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