Hot Springs, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · Garland County County
Hot Springs, AR
At a Glance
How Hot Springs Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Hot Springs's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Hot Springs a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Hot Springs residents earn a median household income of $46,441 , which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,736. The unemployment rate stands at 5.5% (53% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,256 business establishments, including 317 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Hot Springs is $156,900 , 44% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $246,145. Median rent is $902/month, with 30.7% 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 1971.
Safety & Crime
Hot Springs reports 524 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 38% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,218/100K. The murder rate is 10.5/100K.
Education
27.7% of adults in Hot Springs hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below the national average). 88.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Hot Springs has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 58.0 inches.