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18 discussions from residents and visitors

Jaxon M.

Rent in Hot Springs getting crazy

Longtime lurker here, Homes are going for about $156,900 on average. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Is this normal for Hot Springs? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Downtown has improved a lot in rec...

11 replies 19 upvotes housing
Luca Patel

Hot Springs is underrated, change my mind

Random thought, I work in hospitality and With a population of 38,023, Hot Springs is a smaller city. Average temperature is around 63--F, so the weather is moderate. Property taxes are high but you get good services. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Am I overthinking this? There...

2 replies 24 upvotes best-worst
Violet Mendoza

Anyone work in healthcare in Hot Springs?

So, I grew up here but left for a while. The unemployment rate is 3.0%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $46,441 in Hot Springs. The suburbs are where most families end up. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Thoughts? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's a ve...

10 replies 29 upvotes jobs
Theodore Brooks

Moving to Hot Springs for work -advice?

Alright, We're a young couple and Crime rate is something to consider -Hot Springs sits at 646.8 per 100K. The city has invested a lot in new development. Should I be concerned? The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.

7 replies 9 upvotes moving
Susan S.

Is Hot Springs worth it salary-wise?

Curious what people think. Household incomes average around $46,441 in Hot Springs. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

1 replies 19 upvotes jobs
Theodore Brooks

Job hunting in Hot Springs -tips?

OK so I grew up here but left for a while. Rent is about $902/month for a decent place. Average temperature is around 63--F, so the weather is moderate. The city has invested a lot in new development. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. TIA! Property taxes are high but you get good services...

10 replies 10 upvotes jobs
Mason

Rent in Hot Springs getting crazy

Been meaning to ask this. I grew up here but left for a while. With a population of 38,023, Hot Springs is a smaller city. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Has anyone dealt with this?

3 replies 17 upvotes housing
John D.

Best industries in Hot Springs right now

So, Been living here since 2021. With a population of 38,023, Hot Springs is a smaller city. Poverty rate is 13.7%, which is around average. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Any a...

23 replies 1 upvotes jobs
Leonardo Baker

Cheapest neighborhoods in Hot Springs?

I work in engineering and Rent is about $902/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 3.0%, which is pretty low. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. There's a growing tech...

17 replies 25 upvotes housing
Hunter Reed

What's it really like living in Hot Springs?

Anyone else feel this way? I grew up here but left for a while. Average temperature is around 63--F, so the weather is moderate. The median home value here is around $156,900, which is actually reasonable. You can expect to pay around $902 for rent here. Cost of living is definitely rising, but stil...

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Theodore Brooks

Is Hot Springs worth it salary-wise?

Longtime lurker here, I'm retired and You can expect to pay around $902 for rent here. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Worth the trade-offs? Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

1 replies 14 upvotes jobs
Julia Ortiz

Anyone regret moving to Hot Springs?

Alright, I'm a 47-year-old teacher and Rent is about $902/month for a decent place. It's a a smaller city city with about 38,023 people. The median home value here is around $156,900, which is actually reasonable. Household incomes average around $46,441 in Hot Springs. Traffic can be rough during r...

2 replies 29 upvotes moving
Susan S.

Is it worth buying in Hot Springs?

Alright, Just moved here 11 months ago and The unemployment rate is 3.0%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $46,441, which feels on the lower side for the area. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Worth the tr...

3 replies 16 upvotes housing
Susan S.

Internet providers in Hot Springs?

Hey everyone, I'm a 46-year-old data analyst and Homes are going for about $156,900 on average. With a population of 38,023, Hot Springs is a smaller city. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Should I be concerned? Thanks in advance! Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where t...

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Violet Mendoza

Moving to Hot Springs for work -advice?

Hi all, Been living here since 2009. You can expect to pay around $902 for rent here. Median household income is $46,441, which feels on the lower side for the area. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Any advice would be great. It's changing fast -some good, some not so muc...

4 replies 4 upvotes moving
dcwalker2020

Studio apartments in Hot Springs -options?

Curious what people think. With a population of 38,023, Hot Springs is a smaller city. Poverty rate is 13.7%, which is around average. Average temperature is around 63--F, so the weather is moderate. Household incomes average around $46,441 in Hot Springs. People here are genuinely friendly, not jus...

8 replies 7 upvotes housing
John Bailey

Housing market in Hot Springs right now

Longtime lurker here, The unemployment rate is 3.0%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $156,900 on average. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. What neighborhoods would you suggest? I'd say it's bette...

10 replies 26 upvotes housing
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