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Helena-West Helena, AR
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Helena-West Helena, AR
At a Glance
How Helena-West Helena Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Helena-West Helena's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Helena-West Helena a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Helena-West Helena residents earn a median household income of $32,466 , which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,219. The unemployment rate stands at 9.0% (150% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 32.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 579 business establishments, including 22 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Helena-West Helena is $72,300 , 74% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $103,192. Median rent is $774/month, with 40.7% 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 1973.
Safety & Crime
Helena-West Helena reports 1,836 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 383% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 5,674/100K. The murder rate is 108.0/100K.
Education
14.3% of adults in Helena-West Helena hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below the national average). 82.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 3.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Helena-West Helena has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. The area gets 310 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.