Heber Springs, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · Cleburne County County
Heber Springs, AR
At a Glance
How Heber Springs Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Heber Springs's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Heber Springs a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Heber Springs residents earn a median household income of $49,917 , which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,618. The unemployment rate stands at 5.1% (42% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 643 business establishments, including 71 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Heber Springs is $152,900 , 46% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $253,915. Median rent is $833/month, with 27.4% 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 1978.
Safety & Crime
Heber Springs reports 355 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 7% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,868/100K.
Education
15.1% of adults in Heber Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below the national average). 88.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Heber Springs has an average annual temperature of 60°F (15°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.3 inches.