Eureka Springs, AR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
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
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
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
2,269 332.4M (US)
Median Age
50.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
53.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
25.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$41,821 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
85.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$246,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$433 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$636 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
45.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Carroll County
4
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

Carroll County
4
Arkansas
6
United States
4

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 35% of residents leaning left and 60% leaning right.

Liberal (36%) (61%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 3 35
Feb 3 3 39
Mar 4 2 48
Apr 4 0 57
May 5 0 65
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 3 0 77
Aug 3 0 77
Sep 4 0 69
Oct 4 0 58
Nov 4 0 48
Dec 3 2 37

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Schools

Eureka Springs Middle School
2 miles, S · 3.7star
Eureka Springs High School
2 miles, S · 4.1star

Colleges

Bryan University
24 miles, W · 1star
Northwest Technical Institute
26 miles, W · 1.4star

Hospitals

Mercy Hospital Berryville
11 miles, SE · 3.2star

Airports

Joplin Regional Airport
66 miles, N · 1star
Fort Smith Regional Airport
82 miles, SW · 1star