Malvern Urban Area, AR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
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
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
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
33,142 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.0 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
69.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
15.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$52,644 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
81.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$127,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$390 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$555 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
65.7% 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 4 1 40
Feb 4 1 44
Mar 5 0 52
Apr 5 0 61
May 6 0 69
Jun 4 0 77
Jul 4 0 81
Aug 3 0 80
Sep 4 0 73
Oct 5 0 62
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 39% of residents leaning left and 56% leaning right.

Liberal (39%) (57%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 67%
Hillary Clinton 28%
Other 5%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 4, AR State Senate District 7, AR State House District 29, AR
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Schools

Ouachita Elementary School
5 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Ouachita High School
5 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Malvern Elementary School
8 miles, E • 1.9 star
Malvern Junior High School
8 miles, E • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Hot Springs Beauty College
14 miles, N • 1 star
Ouachita Baptist University
14 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

St Vincent Hot Springs
12 miles, N • 3.2 star
National Park Medical Center
13 miles, N • 1.4 star
Levi Hospital
15 miles, N
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Airports

Fort Smith Regional Airport
107 miles, NW • 1 star
Monroe Regional Airport
135 miles, S • 1 star
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