Fairfield Bay, AR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 5/10
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
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
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
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
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
2,247 332.4M (US)
Median Age
68.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
50.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
31.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$54,735 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$157,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$393 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$736 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
59.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Van Buren County
3
Arkansas
5
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Van Buren County
3
Arkansas
6
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 1 37
Feb 4 1 41
Mar 4 0 49
Apr 5 0 59
May 5 0 67
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 0 39

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (63%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 75%
Hillary Clinton 20%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, AR State Senate District 24, AR State House District 43, AR
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Schools

Shirley High School
5 miles, N • 2.8 star
Shirley Elementary School
5 miles, N • 2.3 star
West Side Elementary School
6 miles, SE • 3.2 star
West Side High School
6 miles, SE • 2.3 star
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Colleges

Arthur's Beauty School Inc-Conway
35 miles, SW • 1 star
Hendrix College
36 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Central Baptist College
37 miles, SW • 1.9 star
Ozarka College
38 miles, NE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Ozark Health
11 miles, W • 3.2 star
Stone County Medical Center
20 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Izard County Medical Center, Llc
37 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Fort Smith Regional Airport
120 miles, W • 1 star
Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport
124 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Springfield-Branson National Airport
130 miles, N • 1.4 star
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