Sweet Home, AR

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 2/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 2/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
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
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
1,206 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.6% 64% (US)
College-Educated
14.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$34,783 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
59.3% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
17.0% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$160,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$463 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$525 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
63.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Pulaski County
8
Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway Metro 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

Pulaski County
8
Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway Metro Area
7
Arkansas
6

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep blue country, with 61% of residents leaning left and 35% leaning right.

Liberal (62%) (35%) 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 2 40
Feb 4 1 44
Mar 5 0 52
Apr 5 0 61
May 5 0 70
Jun 4 0 77
Jul 4 0 81
Aug 3 0 80
Sep 4 0 73
Oct 5 0 62
Nov 5 0 52
Dec 5 0 42

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Fuller Middle School
<1 miles, NW · 1star
Wilbur D Mills High School
<1 miles, NW · 1.4star
College Station Elem School
3 miles, NE · 1.9star
Bates Elementary School
4 miles, SW · 1.9star
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Colleges

Philander Smith College
5 miles, N · 1.4star
Arkansas Baptist College
5 miles, N · 1star
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Hospitals

Uams Medical Center
7 miles, N · 1.4star
Chi-St Vincent Infirmary
8 miles, N · 1.4star
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Airports

Fort Smith Regional Airport
129 miles, NW · 1star
Memphis International Airport
131 miles, E · 2.8star
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