Texarkana, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · Miller County County
Texarkana, AR
At a Glance
How Texarkana Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Texarkana's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Texarkana a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Texarkana residents earn a median household income of $47,930 , which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,154. The unemployment rate stands at 7.5% (108% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 16.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 908 business establishments, including 77 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Texarkana is $162,700 , 42% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $167,045. Median rent is $893/month, with 31.4% 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
Texarkana reports 836 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 120% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,586/100K. The murder rate is 13.7/100K.
Education
16.7% of adults in Texarkana hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below the national average). 87.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Texarkana has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.9 inches.