Mountain Home, AR

Arkansas · Baxter County

Mountain Home is a small city in Arkansas with a population of 13,021. Residents earn $42,103 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

2.9 /5.0

C+ Fair

13,021 Population 1,084/sq mi density

$42,103 Median Income $32,012 per capita

$160,200 Home Value $234,340 Zillow

$857 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent

58°F Avg Temperature 299 sunny days/yr

257 Violent Crime/100K 3,901 property/100K

C+

Overall

2.9 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

3.3 / 5.0

$42,103 median income, 3.5% unemployment

A+

Affordability

4.5 / 5.0

$160,200 home value, $857/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

257 violent crimes/100K (32% below avg)

C+

Education

2.6 / 5.0

20.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $42,103

44% lower than US avg

Home Value $160,200

43% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 257/100K

32% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 20.0%

41% lower than US avg

Median Rent $857

26% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.4%

20% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.5%

3% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 12.3%

1% lower than US avg

How Mountain Home Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population13,021

Median Age43.0 yrs

Density1,084/mi²

Male / Female47% / 53%

Largest GroupWhite 93%

Veterans10.6%

Economy

Median Income$42,103

Per Capita$32,012

Unemployment3.5%

Poverty12.3%

County GDP$2,326M

Commute11 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$160,200

Rent$857

Ownership60.1%

Zillow$234,340

Housing Units6,375

Rent Burden32.5%

Crime

Violent257/100K

Property3,901/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault96/100K

Burglary385/100K

Health

Obesity38.4%

Uninsured10.9%

Smoking18.0%

Depression29.0%

Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain50.9 in/yr

Sunny Days299/yr

Elevation816 ft (249 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+20.0%

High School+89.0%

Graduate+5.7%

School Score5.76

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%

Commute11 min

Broadband85.3%

EV Stations4

Libraries1

Is Mountain Home a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mountain Home receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Mountain Home has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mountain Home is $42,103, 44% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 12.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mountain Home is $160,200, 43% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $857 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Mountain Home is below the national average at 257 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,901 per 100,000, 99% above the national average.

Education

20.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Mountain Home enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. With 299 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches, including 7.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Mountain Home has a population of 13,021 with a density of 1,084 people per square mile, spread across 11.7 square miles. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 53.2% female and 46.8% male. The city is predominantly White (93.2%), with 2.2% Hispanic. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96% of residents. 10.6% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 26.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 92.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

13,021

Total Population

1,084

People / sq mi

43.0yrs

Median Age

11% above US avg

11.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.8%

Female 53.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Mountain Home vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.0%

22% above US avg

Spanish 4.0%

70% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mountain Home vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mountain Home is $42,103, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,012 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $866, 40% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 1,323 business establishments, including 106 restaurants. The cost of living index is 86.9, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 5.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Mountain Home vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$42,103
	44% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$32,012
Avg Weekly Wage	$866
IRS Avg AGI	$61,392
Gini Index	0.459 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.5%
	3% below US avg
Poverty Rate	12.3%
	1% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,323
County GDP	$2,326M

Business (County)

Restaurants	106
Healthcare	189
Retail	189
Manufacturing	46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,752
	21% below US avg
Cost of Living	86.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	11.2 min
Drive Alone	75.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Mountain Home is $160,200, 43% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $234,340, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 95.9% of their list price, suggesting buyers have room to negotiate. Monthly rent averages $857 (26% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $751 for a one-bedroom to $944 for a two-bedroom apartment. 60.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 6,375 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1979. The average annual property tax is $2,752 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 32.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$160,200
	43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$234,340
Median List Price	$259,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$259,450
$/Sq Ft	$148
Homes Sold	15
Sale-to-List Ratio	95.9%
Price Drops	10.5%
Inventory	86

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$857
	26% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,092
Rent Burden	32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$700
1 Bedroom	$751
2 Bedrooms	$944
3 Bedrooms	$1,239
4 Bedrooms	$1,406

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	60.1%
Owner-Occupied	60.1%
Renter-Occupied	39.9%
Housing Units	6,375
Median Year Built	1979

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,752
	21% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.72%

In Mountain Home, 38.4% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 10.4% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.8% of residents, above the national average. 36.3% have high blood pressure. 18.0% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 16.1% report binge drinking. 30.2% are physically inactive, above the national average. 29.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.8% experience frequent mental distress. 10.9% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,171. The dentist ratio is 1:1,768. 59.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 6.6 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Mountain Home vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.4%
	20% above US avg
Diabetes	10.4%
Heart Disease	6.8%
High Blood Pressure	36.3%
Asthma	10.8%
COPD	8.5%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	18.0%
	29% above US avg
Binge Drinking	16.1%
Physical Inactivity	30.2%
Depression	29.0%
Mental Distress	20.8%
Physical Distress	15.8%
Short Sleep	37.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	92.8%
Uninsured	10.9%
	27% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,171
Dentists	1:1,768
Mental Health	1:327
Checkup Rate	76.8%
Dental Visits	52.1%
Premature Death	11,057/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.6/10
Exercise Access	59.0%
Healthcare Facilities	189

Mountain Home has a violent crime rate of 257 per 100,000 residents, 32% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 96.3 per 100,000, robbery at 8.0, rape at 152.5. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 3,901 per 100,000, 99% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 3,395, burglary at 385, vehicle theft at 120 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 4 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Mountain Home receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Mountain Home vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	256.9/100K
	32% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	152.5/100K
Robbery	8.0/100K
Assault	96.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	3,901.1/100K
	99% above US avg
Burglary	385.3/100K
Theft	3,395.4/100K
Vehicle Theft	120.4/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4
Traffic Accidents	38
Avg Accident Severity	2.8 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Mountain Home enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. The area gets 299 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 50.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 7.8 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 816 feet.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)

Annual Average	58.3°F
	8% above US avg
January Average	36°F (2°C)
July Average	79°F (26°C)
Sunny Days	299 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	816 ft (249 m)
Area	11.7 sq mi (30.4 km²)
Population Density	1,084/sq mi
Coordinates	36.3351°N, 92.3840°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Baxter County County
Nearest Airport	Marion County Regional (FLP) 12 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.9"

34% above US avg

Snowfall 7.8"

Wettest Month (May) 4.84"

Driest Month (Jan) 2.32"

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	72.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability	84.3 / 100
Community Resilience	17.1 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Relatively Low
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively High
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Very High
Drought	No Rating
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Relatively Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

264 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.7. Most recent: M2.9 on Jun 27, 2025.

Feb 28, 2011	4 km NE of Greenbrier, Arkansas	M4.7	119 km
May 4, 2001	8 km NNW of Holland, Arkansas	M4.3	122 km
Feb 18, 2011	4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas	M4.1	118 km
Oct 21, 1999	9 km NW of Maynard, Arkansas	M3.9	128 km
Apr 8, 2011	3 km NE of Greenbrier, Arkansas	M3.9	120 km
Aug 22, 2000	19 km WNW of Maynard, Arkansas	M3.9	116 km
Jul 7, 1991	11 km ENE of Brandsville, Missouri	M3.9	83 km
Feb 18, 2011	3 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas	M3.9	120 km
Jun 4, 2014	3 km ESE of Fairfield Bay, Arkansas	M3.8	85 km
Feb 17, 2011	4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas	M3.8	118 km
Sep 12, 2019	13 km N of Big Flat, Arkansas	M3.7	23 km
Aug 16, 2003	5 km W of Thomasville, Missouri	M3.7	87 km
Apr 7, 2011	2 km NE of Greenbrier, Arkansas	M3.7	121 km
Jun 11, 2017	6 km NNE of Bergman, Arkansas	M3.6	54 km
Feb 28, 2011	4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas	M3.6	118 km
Feb 20, 2011	3 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas	M3.6	120 km
Feb 16, 2011	4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas	M3.5	119 km
Feb 25, 2011	4 km NNE of Greenbrier, Arkansas	M3.5	118 km
Mar 9, 2011	1 km NW of Greenbrier, Arkansas	M3.5	121 km
Mar 3, 2011	0 km N of Greenbrier, Arkansas	M3.5	122 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

376 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 35 fatalities, 483 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 14, 1996	EF4	57 km	7
Mar 15, 1984	EF4	84 km	2
Dec 24, 1982	EF4	71 km	0
Apr 2, 1982	EF4	30 km	2
May 26, 2024	EF3	32 km	1
May 26, 2024	EF3	93 km	0
May 26, 2024	EF3	63 km	4
May 8, 2009	EF3	73 km	0
Mar 1, 2007	EF3	35 km	1
Mar 5, 1999	EF3	97 km	0
Mar 5, 1996	EF3	51 km	0
Nov 18, 1985	EF3	31 km	3
Oct 18, 1984	EF3	91 km	1
Dec 23, 1982	EF3	93 km	0
Dec 2, 1982	EF3	71 km	0
Dec 2, 1982	EF3	80 km	0
Apr 2, 1982	EF3	55 km	0
Apr 2, 1982	EF3	26 km	2
Apr 11, 1979	EF3	80 km	0
Mar 29, 1976	EF3	90 km	1

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: DEAD HORSE (10,389 ac, 2007).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2007	DEAD HORSE	10,389	24 km
2004	LOWER WILD	10,034	25 km
2018	UNNAMED	9,226	82 km
2013	LOWER WILDERNESS RX	8,699	25 km
2003	UNNAMED	8,286	84 km
2007	UNNAMED	6,931	57 km
2021	SYL BIRMINGHAM	6,803	29 km
2011	UNNAMED	6,686	53 km
2017	UNNAMED	6,457	83 km
2010	BRUSHY/CLAYTON	6,401	57 km
2020	BIG CREEK	6,399	53 km
2001	UNNAMED	6,354	82 km
2006	SULPHUR CREEK 2	5,469	96 km
2016	UNNAMED	5,118	84 km
2021	ROCK PILE	5,067	71 km
2013	UNNAMED	4,912	84 km
2018	UNNAMED	4,873	29 km
2019	UNNAMED	4,493	41 km
2014	UNNAMED	4,337	38 km
2020	CAVE CREEK	4,263	65 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	36°F (2°C)	2.3 in	Coldest, Driest
February	40°F (4°C)	2.8 in
March	48°F (9°C)	4.3 in
April	58°F (14°C)	4.1 in
May	66°F (19°C)	4.8 in	Wettest
June	74°F (23°C)	4.0 in
July	79°F (26°C)	2.8 in	Warmest
August	77°F (25°C)	3.3 in
September	70°F (21°C)	3.9 in
October	59°F (15°C)	3.4 in
November	48°F (9°C)	4.2 in
December	38°F (3°C)	3.7 in

Mountain Home has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 36°F in January to 79°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.8") and January the driest (2.3").

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Mountain Home is located in Baxter County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, a smaller urban community. 20.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 41% below the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. 5.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 77.6% of the vote, a 56.9-point margin. 85.3% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 4 EV charging stations. There are 1 public libraries serving the community. 189 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 75.4% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.6%

D 20.7%

Winner: Republican by 56.9 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4
Traffic Accidents	38
Avg Accident Severity	2.8 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	20.0%
	41% below US avg
High School+	89.0%
Graduate Degree+	5.7%
School Test Score	5.76

C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 7	Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density	1,084/sq mi
Total Area	11.7 sq mi
County	Baxter County County

Services

Broadband Access	85.3%
Avg Download Speed	76.4 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	39.6 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	4
Alt Fuel Stations	4
Public Libraries	1
Healthcare Facilities	189
Restaurants	106
Retail Stores	189

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	11.2 min
Drive Alone	75.4%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.6%

Average costs for common services in Mountain Home. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$217 ($130–$348)
Specialist Visit	$304 ($174–$478)
Urgent Care Visit	$174 ($87–$304)
Emergency Room Visit	$1,912 ($695–$4,345)
Dental Cleaning	$113 ($65–$174)
Dental Filling	$217 ($130–$348)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$39 ($22–$65)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$65 ($43–$104)
Brake Pad Replacement	$261 ($130–$435)
Tire Rotation	$35 ($17–$65)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$521 ($348–$869)
Battery Replacement	$174 ($87–$304)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$87 ($52–$130)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$78 ($43–$122)
HVAC Repair	$348 ($130–$695)
HVAC System Install	$6,083 ($3,476–$10,428)
Roof Repair	$869 ($348–$1,738)
Roof Replacement	$7,821 ($4,780–$13,035)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,304 ($435–$3,042)
Divorce (Contested)	$13,035 ($4,345–$26,070)
DUI Defense	$4,345 ($1,738–$8,690)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,304 ($695–$2,607)
Will Preparation	$435 ($174–$869)
Trust Preparation	$2,173 ($869–$4,345)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$22 ($13–$39)
Women's Haircut	$48 ($26–$87)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$130 ($65–$217)
Manicure	$22 ($13–$39)
Pedicure	$35 ($22–$56)
Massage (1 Hour)	$70 ($43–$113)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.56 ($2.61–$4.78)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.04 ($2.17–$4.35)
Loaf of Bread	$3.30 ($2.17–$4.78)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$3.91 ($2.61–$5.65)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$4.78 ($3.48–$6.52)
Rice (per lb)	$0.87 ($0.52–$1.56)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$122 ($70–$217)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$61 ($26–$130)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$61 ($35–$104)
Internet (Monthly)	$61 ($35–$87)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$56 ($26–$87)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$74 ($43–$130)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$174 ($65–$435)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,738 ($1,043–$3,042)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$61 ($26–$113)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$13 ($6.95–$22)
Car Registration (Annual)	$87 ($26–$217)
Driver's License Renewal	$26 ($13–$65)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,043 ($521–$2,173)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$869 ($435–$1,738)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$348 ($174–$608)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$43 ($22–$87)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$869 ($348–$2,173)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$10,863 ($4,345–$26,070)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$52 ($26–$87)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$87 ($43–$174)
Dog Grooming	$52 ($26–$87)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$35 ($17–$65)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$261 ($130–$435)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$174 ($87–$348)

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Top Industries in Baxter County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Health Care & Social Assistance	4,155	218	$57,367	1.79
Retail Trade	2,487	202	$34,236	1.54
Manufacturing	2,256	53	$46,279	1.70
Accommodation & Food Services	1,553	112	$19,950	1.06
Administrative & Waste Services	1,044	90	$37,053	1.10
Construction	625	134	$47,036	0.74
Finance & Insurance	575	85	$73,460	0.88
Other Services	337	84	$36,193	0.69
Real Estate	206	49	$33,387	0.82
Wholesale Trade	186	39	$58,330	0.29
Information & Technology	162	20	$55,915	0.53
Arts & Entertainment	152	30	$23,833	0.56
Transportation & Warehousing	133	24	$46,817	0.19
Utilities	56	5	$69,594	0.91
Educational Services	44	9	$21,215	0.13

Colleges & Universities in Mountain Home

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Arkansas State University-Mountain Home	Public · Associate	1,650	—	$3,168	$4,632

Hospitals in Mountain Home

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
BAXTER HEALTH	Acute Care Hospitals	1/5	Yes	(870) 508-1000

Schools in Mountain Home

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
MTN HOME HIGH CAREER ACADEMICS (Charter)	High	1,518	124	12.2:1
HACKLER INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL	Elementary	830	47	17.7:1
PINKSTON MIDDLE SCHOOL	Middle	624	39	16.0:1
NELSON WILKS HERRON ELEMENTARY	Elementary	552	33	16.7:1
MOUNTAIN HOME KINDERGARTEN	Elementary	337	16	21.1:1

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Radio Stations near Mountain Home

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
The Bear - South Bend 103.9	hard rock, metal	AAC+ 64 kbps
105.3 The Bear	rock	AAC+ 32 kbps

Campgrounds Near Mountain Home

21 campgrounds found near Mountain Home.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
BIDWELL POINT PARK	4.8/5	49	$24–$50
BLANCHARD SPRINGS RECREATION AREA	4.6/5	23	$3–$60
BUFFALO POINT	4.6/5	111	$20–$50
BUCK CREEK (MO)	4.5/5	36	$16–$50
CRANFIELD PARK	4.5/5	71	$16–$50
DAM - QUARRY	4.5/5	71	$24–$80
HIGHWAY 125 PARK BULL SHOALS	4.5/5	38	$24–$50
LAKEVIEW PARK	4.5/5	72	$22–$54
ROBINSON POINT	4.5/5	96	$22–$40
GAMALIEL	4.4/5	64	$22–$50
Oakland Park	4.4/5	31	$24–$50
TYLER BEND CAMPGROUND	4.4/5	43	$20–$50
Udall Park	4.0/5	8	$14–$16
Panther Bay Park	3.6/5	15	$22–$50
THEODOSIA PARK	3.3/5	20	$16–$54
HENDERSON PARK	3.1/5	34	$22–$24
Barkshed Campground	—	1	Free
Gunner Pool Campground	—	1	Free
Rush Campground	—	12	$16
Rush Campground	—	—	Free
Spring Creek Campground	—	—	Free

National Parks Near Mountain Home

8 national parks and monuments found near Mountain Home.

Park	Type	Fee
Buffalo National River	National River	Free
Bull Shoals White River State Park	State Park	Free
Current River State Park	State Park	Free
Grand Gulf State Park	State Park	Free
Mammoth Spring State Park	State Park	Free
Rest Area / Wayside Park	State Park	Free
Table Rock State Park	State Park	Free
Way Side Park	State Park	Free

Trails Near Mountain Home

49 trails found near Mountain Home.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
OHT SYLAMORE SECTION	33.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NORTH SYLAMORE CREEK TRAIL	23.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SYLLAMO BIKE TRAIL-JACKS BRANC	13.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
SYLLAMO BIKE TRAIL-BAD BRANCH	12.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SYLLAMO BIKE TRAIL-SCRAPPY MT	11.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SYLLAMO BIKE TRAIL-BALD SCRAPP	7.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
RIDGE RUNNER-NF TO NOBLETT	7.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BATEMAN - WILLIE LEE	6.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
RIDGE RUNNER-NF LOOP	4.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
SYLLAMO BIKE TRAIL-WHITE RIVER	4.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
DEVILS BACKBONE-MARY HOLLOW	3.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BATEMAN - BOTTOMS	3.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
DEVILS BACKBONE-RACCOON HOLLOW	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
RIDGE RUNNER-NF TO NOBLETT	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
DEVILS BACKBONE-MCGARR	2.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
DEVILS BACKBONE-COLLINS RIDGE	2.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BATEMAN 606 CONNECT LOOP	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
DEVILS BACKBONE-BACKBONE	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
SYLLAMO BIKE TRAIL - JACKS BRA	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
BATEMAN - ARROWMEN	1.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WRANGLER TRAIL	1.0		—	Yes	—
BATEMAN - MERRIMAN	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
MIRROR LAKE TRAIL	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BATEMAN - BOY SCOUT	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BATEMAN - BOTTOMS CONNECT LOOP	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BATEMAN - CORRAL	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
BLUE SPRING TRAIL	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
OAK-PINE WOODLAND	0.6	CRUSHED AGGREGATE OR GRAVEL	Yes	—	—
BLANCHARD CAV.-DISCOVERY TOUR	0.6	CONCRETE	Yes	—	—
BLANCHARD CAV.-DRIPSTONE TOUR	0.6	CONCRETE	Yes	—	—
MATNEY TRAIL	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BAD BRANCH BAILOUT #1-SW	0.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HAY HOLLOW RIDGE RUNNER SPUR	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
DEVILS BACKBONE-MCGARR	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
DEVILS BACKBONE-COLLINS RIDGE	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
DEVILS BACKBONE-MARY HOLLOW	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BAD BRANCH BAILOUT #2 -SE	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
WRANGLER TRAIL	0.3		—	Yes	—
JACKS BRANCH CONNECTOR	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	Yes	—
HERCULES GLADES-PEES HOLLOW	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
BAD BRANCH BAILOUT #4-NW	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BAD BRANCH BAILOUT #3-NE	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BLANCHARD BLUFF TRAIL	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
DEVILS BACKBONE-RACCOON HOLLOW	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes
NORTH SYCAMORE CREEK SPUR	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BLUE SPRINGS CONNECTOR	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	—
MIRROR LAKE BOARDWALK	0.1	OTHER	Yes	—	—
BLANCHARD SPRING	0.1	CONCRETE	Yes	—	—
DEVILS BACKBONE-BACKBONE	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	Yes

Historical Trends — Mountain Home

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	12,217	$32,793
2015	12,275	$33,255
2017	12,318	$37,540
2019	12,571	$40,408
2021	12,993	$41,058
2023	13,237	$42,103

Museums in Mountain Home

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
CALICO ROCK MUSEUM FOUNDATION	HISTORY MUSEUM		8702976100	$138,292
BAXTER COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	213 E 6TH ST # 102	8704252551
BULL SHOALS HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	717 CENTRAL BLVD ((HWY 178)
MINIATURE MUSEUMS-MERRITT	GENERAL MUSEUM		8704925222

Libraries in Mountain Home

Name	Address	Staff	Annual Visits	Circulation	Collection	Programs
BAXTER COUNTY LIBRARY	300 LIBRARY HILL	0.0	209,139

Farmers Markets in Mountain Home

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Cotter Farmers Market	Courthouse Square
Lakview Farmers Market	14 Skyles Lane
Mountain Home Farmers Market	Hickory Park

Breweries in Mountain Home

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
El Paraiso Restaurant & Beer	Food & Dining, Beverages, Breweries	5751 State Highway 165 Branson	4173480808
Fortune C R Beer Inc	Food & Dining, Beverages, Breweries	Hwy 201 Spur	8704255311

Nursing Homes in Mountain Home

4 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
HIRAM SHADDOX GERIATRIC HEALTH AND REHAB 620 HOSPITAL DRIVE	For profit - Corporation	81	44	4/5	—	4/5	4/5	8704256203
PINE LANE THERAPY AND LIVING 1100 PINE TREE LANE	For profit - Corporation	105	53	4/5	—	3/5	2/5	8704256316
GOOD SAMARITAN SOCIETY - MOUNTAIN HOME 300 GOOD SAMARITAN DRIVE	Non profit - Corporation	70	64	3/5	—	4/5	1/5	8704252494
CARE MANOR NURSING AND REHAB 804 BURNETT DRIVE	For profit - Corporation	104	77	2/5	—	3/5	2/5	8704245030

Pharmacies in Mountain Home

8 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
FRED'S - 2325	1042 HIGHLAND CIRCLE	870-425-5494
HARPS FOOD STORES - 135	924 HIGHWAY 62 EAST	870-425-4127
MAGEE-THOMAS PHARMACY	200 EAST 7TH STREET	870-425-2221
MEDI SAVE PHARMACY	116 HIGHWAY 201 NORTH	870-424-4010
MEDICAP PHARMACY	103 DYER STREET	870-425-1538
PONDER HEALTH/ALLCARE PHARMACY	400 SOUTH COLLEGE STREET	870-425-5145
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 11	65 WALMART DRIVE	870-492-7733
WALGREENS - 9743	350 HIGHWAY 62 EAST	870-424-3814

EV Charging Stations in Mountain Home

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Ultimate GMC	2488 highway 62 W	Blink Network		1	J1772COMBO	public
Enel X - Carter's Jewel Chest	860 Hwy 62 E	Non-Networked	1		J1772	public
Ultimate Chrysler	2674 highway 62 W	Blink Network	1		J1772	public
Ultimate Ford	2448 highway 62 W	Blink Network	1		J1772	public

Cell Towers in Mountain Home

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
PANORAMIC DRIVE (70607)	LTOWER	95
401 FALLWOOD TRAIL (70609)	LTOWER	83
302 Highway 101 (70624)	LTOWER	81
(Mtn Home site) 513 Skyline Drive	TOWER	64

Fire Stations in Mountain Home

Name	Address	Type	Phone
Buford Volunteer Fire Department	4455 Buford RD	Volunteer	870-425-5130
Mountain Home Fire Department	720 S Hickory ST	Mostly career	870-425-2611
Northeast Lakeside Fire Department	296 Slick Rock RD	Volunteer	870-492-5703
Tracy Area Fire Protection District	PO Box 529	Volunteer	870-491-5334

Power Plants Near Mountain Home

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
BULL SHOALS	CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC	221111	-92.6	OP

Bridges in Mountain Home

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete	1986	22	20,000	G
Culvert	Concrete	1986	28	20,000	G
Culvert	Concrete	1939	34	17,000	G
Tee Beam	Concrete	1934	70	14,000	F
Culvert	Concrete	1995	23	12,000	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1929	62	7,600	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1996	194	6,500	G
Culvert	Aluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron	1994	63	6,300	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1996	162	5,308	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1996	162	5,308	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1996	302	4,500	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1996	302	4,500	G
Culvert	Concrete	2003	30	4,100	G
Culvert	Concrete	1986	27	3,400	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1980	377	3,400	G
Culvert	Concrete	1986	23	3,000	F
Culvert	Concrete	1980	40	2,600	G
Culvert	Concrete	1991	49	2,500	G
Culvert	Concrete	1982	30	2,400	G
Culvert	Concrete	1988	76	2,400	G
Culvert	Aluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron	2005	32	2,300	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2003	139	2,200	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1999	134	2,200	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1988	90	2,110	F
Culvert	Concrete	1979	62	2,110	F
Culvert	Aluminum/Wrought Iron/Cast Iron	1978	148	1,800	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1985	60	989	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1987	60	706	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1984	30	706	F
Culvert	Concrete	1990	30	668	G
Culvert	Concrete	2015	28	500	G
Culvert	Concrete	1965	27	466	G
Culvert	Concrete	1986	32	185	G
Culvert	Concrete	2000	76	150	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1987	34	114	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	2001	33	44	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	1990	60	10	F

Correctional Facilities in Mountain Home

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
BAXTER COUNTY JAIL / SHERIFF	904 HWY 62 W	COUNTY	95	-999	OPEN

Airports Near Mountain Home

39 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Ozark Regional Airport	WMH	Medium Airport
Arnika Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Ava Bill Martin Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Batesville Regional Airport	BVX	Small Airport
Buckhorn Airport	—	Small Airport
Calico Rock Izard County Airport	—	Small Airport
Cedar Crest Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Clinton Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Davidson Field	—	Small Airport
Gainesville Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport
Gastons Airport	—	Small Airport
Holley Mountain Airpark	—	Small Airport
Horseshoe Bend Airport	—	Small Airport
Howell Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Johnson Field	—	Small Airport
Lost Mine Airport	—	Small Airport
Malina Airport	—	Small Airport
Marion County Regional Airport	FLP	Small Airport
Melbourne Municipal John E Miller Field	—	Small Airport
Misty Meadows Airport	—	Small Airport
Mountain View Airport	—	Small Airport
Mountain View Wilcox Memorial Field	—	Small Airport
Pine Mountain Airpark	—	Small Airport
Richland Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Rocky Top Airfield	—	Small Airport
Salem Airport	—	Small Airport
Searcy County Airport	—	Small Airport
Skypoint Estates Airport	—	Small Airport
Someday Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Southern View Aviation Airport	—	Small Airport
Sunburst Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
The Bluffs Airport	—	Small Airport
The Valley Airport	—	Small Airport
Thunder Ridge Ranch	—	Small Airport
Totty Field Airport	—	Small Airport
Tuckers Field	—	Small Airport
Wakefield Wings Airport	—	Small Airport
West Plains Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Willow Springs Memorial Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Mountain Home

8 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Baxter County Sheriff's Office
Bull Shoals Police Department
Cotter Police Department
Flippin Police Department
Gassville Police Department
Gassville Police Department
Lakeview Police Department
Mountain Home Police Department

Grocery Stores in Mountain Home

25 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
ALDI 41092	Supermarket	45 Charles Blackburn Dr
Casey's General Store 3235	Convenience Store	859 Highway 62 E
Caseys General Store 3530	Convenience Store	220 Highway 5 N
DOLLAR GENERAL 1065	Other	329 Highway 62 E
DOLLAR GENERAL 10853	Other	1327 HWY 5 S
Dollar General 13772	Other	4449 Highway 62 E
Dollar General 16707	Other	4016 Hwy 5 S
Dollar General 17318	Other	3436 Highway 62 W
Dollar General 22097	Other	7417 Highway 201 N
Dollar General 22161	Other	1344 Hwy 62 West
Dollar General 30721	Other	2325 Highway 5 N
E-Z Mart 4231	Convenience Store	913 E 9th St
E-Z Mart 4243	Convenience Store	1030 Highway 201 N
Harps Food Store 135	Super Store	924 Highway 62 E
Harps Food Store 156	Super Store	2089 Highway 62 W
Jordans Kwik Stop 83	Convenience Store	101 Highway 5 N
Kylas Asian Market	Grocery Store	307 S Main St
Mountain Home Farmers Market NAFMNP	Farmers and Markets	415 Shiras St
Murphy USA 7744	Convenience Store	50 Wal Mart Dr
Phillips Express	Convenience Store	1954 Buzzard Roost Rd
The Meat Shop	Specialty Store	1224 Commerce Dr
The Truck Patch	Grocery Store	1602 Highway 62 E
Town and Country 2453	Supermarket	216 E 9th St
WALGREENS 9743	Other	350 Highway 62 E
Walmart 11	Super Store	65 Wal Mart Dr

Post Offices in Mountain Home

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Mountain Home Post Office

Treatment Centers in Mountain Home

3 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Arisa Health - Ozark Guidance Center Inc	Substance Abuse	479-750-2020
Baxter Regional Medical Center - First Step	Substance Abuse	870-508-7590
Hometown Behav Health Servs of AR Inc - Arkansas	Both	870-701-5141

Churches & Religious Organizations in Mountain Home

27 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
A WORLD VISION ASHTON RAE WOODS FOUNDATION INC	701 SOUTH STREET STE 100
BAR NONE COWBOY CHURCH	44 ARROWLEAF LN
BELOVED LIFE MINISTRIES	1915 COUNTY ROAD 15
CARE CENTER MEMPHIS INC	PO BOX 354
CHRISTIAN BROADCASTING GROUP OF MOUNTAIN HOME INC	126 S CHURCH ST
CHURCH OF GOD	14 NEW HORIZONS CIR
CITY ON A HILL CHURCH MOUNTAIN HOME ARKANSAS	PO BOX 2215
CRUSE FAMILY OUTREACH	1638 CANNIE BAKER RD
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD	PO BOX 405
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH	2338 HIGHWAY 62 W
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH DISCIPLES OF CHRIST OF MOUNTAIN HOME INC	PO BOX 2754
GATHERINGS 3-12-70 MINISTRIES INC	87 NEIBOER DR
HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN CHURCH	48 CARNATION DR
INTO THE LIGHT	PO BOX 313
J & S MINISTRIES	PO BOX 344
LIVING WORD CHURCH OF BAXTER COUNTY INC	3368 HIGHWAY 62 W
MOUNTAIN HOME BIBLE CHURCH	145 PIONEER TRAIL DR
MOUNTAIN HOME TWIN LAKES CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE	PO BOX 243
OLIVE MISSION INTERNATIONAL	1315 COTTONWOOD CT
PEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH	906 BRASSIE DR
PROMISE LAND BIBLE CHURCH	PO BOX 1437
REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH	312 W NORTH ST
ST VINCENT DE PAUL CONFERENCE OF ST PETER THE FISHERMAN	221 DYER ST
THE TABLE COMMUNITY CHURCH	PO BOX 2543
THREE BROTHERS COMMUNITY CHURCH	RT 1 BOX 66
TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH	801 DRYER ST
VICTORY TEMPLE	HWY 5 N CR 466

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Frequently Asked Questions About Mountain Home

What is the population of Mountain Home?

Mountain Home has a population of 13,021 residents and is located in Arkansas. The population density is 1,084 people per square mile, spread across 11.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 53.2% female and 46.8% male.

Is Mountain Home expensive to live in?

Mountain Home is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 86.9 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $42,103, 44% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $160,200 (43% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $857 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.8x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Mountain Home safe?

Mountain Home is safer than the national average, with a violent crime rate of 257 per 100,000 compared to the U.S. rate of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,901 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Mountain Home receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Mountain Home?

Mountain Home enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 36°F in January, while summers reach an average of 79°F in July. The area receives 299 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 50.9 inches, with 7.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Mountain Home?

Mountain Home has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.5%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $866. There are 1,323 business establishments in the area, including 106 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 11 minutes, and 5.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Mountain Home?

The median home value in Mountain Home is $160,200. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $234,340. For renters, the median monthly rent is $857. Fair market rent is $751 for a 1-bedroom and $944 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 60.1%. The average annual property tax is $2,752.

How are the schools in Mountain Home?

Schools in Mountain Home score 5.8 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 20.0% of adults in Mountain Home hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. 5.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Mountain Home?

The obesity rate in Mountain Home is 38.4% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 18.0% of adults are smokers. 30.2% are physically inactive. 29.0% of residents report depression. 10.9% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 59.0% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,171.

What is transportation like in Mountain Home?

The average commute in Mountain Home is 11 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 75.4% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Mountain Home?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Mountain Home is 93.2% White, 2.2% Hispanic or Latino. 96% of residents speak only English at home, while 4% speak Spanish. 10.6% of the population are military veterans. 26.9% of residents have a disability. 92.8% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

Gassville, AR 2,216 pop · 6.7 mi Bull Shoals, AR 1,687 pop · 11.8 mi Flippin, AR 1,305 pop · 12.3 mi Yellville, AR 1,239 pop · 18.4 mi Calico Rock, AR 1,795 pop · 20.6 mi Salem, AR 2,727 pop · 31.4 mi Marshall, AR 1,445 pop · 32.9 mi Melbourne, AR 2,227 pop · 33.7 mi Mountain View, AR 2,890 pop · 36.1 mi Horseshoe Bend, AR 2,458 pop · 36.9 mi West Plains, MO 12,341 pop · 40.1 mi Harrison, AR 13,217 pop · 41.4 mi Ash Flat, AR 1,309 pop · 43.8 mi Kissee Mills, MO 1,182 pop · 44.1 mi

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