Arkansas
Blytheville is a small city in Arkansas with a population of 13,026. Residents earn $49,928 per year, which is 34% below the national average.
Based on current data, Blytheville receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Blytheville has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Blytheville is $49,928, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Blytheville is $101,200, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $789 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
With 1,732 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 8,355 per 100,000, 326% above the national average.
15.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Blytheville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 95.4% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 4.6% |
| 66% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $49,928 |
| 34% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,696 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $937 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,201 |
| Unemployment | 7.2% |
| 100% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 13.3% |
| 7% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 377 |
| County GDP | $954M |
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Healthcare | 32 |
| Retail | 62 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $1,969 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.95% |
| Commute Time | 13.5 min |
| Work from Home | 1.8% |
| Census Median | $101,200 |
| 64% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $94,744 |
| Median List Price | $90,900 |
| Median List Price | $90,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $77 |
| Homes Sold | 7 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 95.9% |
| Price Drops | 42.9% |
| Inventory | 28 |
| Census Median Rent | $789 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Studio | $700 |
| 1 Bedroom | $751 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $944 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,239 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,406 |
| Owner-Occupied | 53.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $1,969 |
| 44% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.95% |
| Obesity | 49.7% |
| 55% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 15.3% |
| Heart Disease | 7.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 46.8% |
| Asthma | 11.8% |
| COPD | 8.7% |
| Stroke | 4.6% |
| Binge Drinking | 12.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 37.9% |
| Depression | 23.5% |
| Mental Distress | 21.1% |
| Physical Distress | 16.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 80.5% |
| Premature Death | 14,551/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 48.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 32 |
| Total Violent | 1,732.3/100K |
| 356% above US avg | |
| Murder | 13.3/100K |
| 112% above US avg | |
| Rape | 86.6/100K |
| Robbery | 446.4/100K |
| Assault | 1,186.0/100K |
| Total Property | 8,355.0/100K |
| 326% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 3,451.3/100K |
| Theft | 4,643.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 259.8/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 60.7°F |
| 12% above US avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 51.6 inches |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 2.9 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 253 ft (77 m) |
| Area | 20.7 sq mi (53.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 628/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.9341°N, 89.9051°W |
| County FIPS | 47097 |
Winner: Republican by 37.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 15.7% |
| 53% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 88.2% |
| School Test Score | 4.91 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 628/sq mi |
| Total Area | 20.7 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 2 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 32 |
| Restaurants | 25 |
| Retail Stores | 62 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| Avg Commute | 13.5 min |
| Work from Home | 1.8% |