Blytheville, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · Lauderdale County County
Blytheville, AR
At a Glance
How Blytheville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Blytheville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Blytheville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Blytheville residents earn a median household income of $49,928 , which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,696. The unemployment rate stands at 11.2% (211% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 377 business establishments, including 25 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Blytheville is $101,200 , 64% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $101,348. Median rent is $789/month, with 30.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 86.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1974.
Safety & Crime
Blytheville reports 1,376 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 262% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,573/100K.
Education
15.7% of adults in Blytheville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below the national average). 88.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Blytheville has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.0 inches.