Hot Springs Metro Area, AR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 4/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 2/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
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
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
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
100,062 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.3 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$55,409 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
83.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$176,400 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$425 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$734 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
57.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

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

Arkansas
6
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 1 40
Feb 4 1 44
Mar 5 0 52
Apr 5 0 60
May 5 0 68
Jun 4 0 76
Jul 4 0 80
Aug 3 0 80
Sep 4 0 72
Oct 5 0 61
Nov 5 0 51
Dec 5 0 42

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 38% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 62%
Hillary Clinton 32%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, AR State Senate District 6, AR State House District 85, AR
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Schools

Mountain Pine Elem School
2 miles, W • 1.9 star
Mountain Pine High School
2 miles, W • 2.3 star
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Colleges

National Park College
5 miles, S • 1.4 star
Hot Springs Beauty College
8 miles, SE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Levi Hospital
7 miles, SE
St Vincent Hot Springs
9 miles, S • 3.2 star
National Park Medical Center
9 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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Airports

Fort Smith Regional Airport
87 miles, NW • 1 star
Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport
135 miles, N • 1.9 star
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