Bethesda, AR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 2/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
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
Challenging Commutes. The area has long, difficult commutes with significant delays, congestion, or limited transit infrastructure.
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
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
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
136 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
100.0% 64% (US)
College-Educated
0.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$85,500 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
59 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
0.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$116,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$323 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$279 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
100.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Independence County
6
Batesville Urban Area
6
Arkansas
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Independence County
4
Batesville Urban Area
4
Arkansas
6

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 2 36
Feb 3 1 41
Mar 4 1 49
Apr 5 0 59
May 5 0 68
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 4 0 80
Aug 3 0 79
Sep 4 0 71
Oct 4 0 60
Nov 5 0 49
Dec 5 1 39

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 31% of residents leaning left and 65% leaning right.

Liberal (31%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 75%
Hillary Clinton 19%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 1, AR State Senate District 22, AR State House District 28, AR
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Schools

West Magnet School
8 miles, SE • 3.7 star
Central Magnet Math & Science
8 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Concord High School
9 miles, SW • 3.7 star
Concord Elementary School
9 miles, SW • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Lyon College
9 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Ozarka College
19 miles, N • 1 star
Arkansas State University-Newport
35 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

White River Medical Center
9 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Stone County Medical Center
17 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Izard County Medical Center, Llc
30 miles, N • 3.2 star
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Airports

Memphis International Airport
114 miles, SE • 2.8 star
Springfield-Branson National Airport
134 miles, N • 1.4 star
Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport
145 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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