Van Buren, AR

Arkansas · Crawford County · Fort Smith Metro

Van Buren is a small city in Arkansas with a population of 23,545. Residents earn $59,420 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0

B Good

23,545 Population 1,521/sq mi density

$59,420 Median Income $27,863 per capita

$178,000 Home Value $204,528 Zillow

$820 Median Rent 28.3% income on rent

62°F Avg Temperature 310 sunny days/yr

492 Violent Crime/100K 3,160 property/100K

Overall

3.0 / 5.0

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

B+

Economy

3.6 / 5.0

$59,420 median income, 4.4% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$178,000 home value, $820/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

492 violent crimes/100K (29% above avg)

C+

Education

2.6 / 5.0

19.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $59,420

21% lower than US avg

Home Value $178,000

37% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 492/100K

29% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 19.8%

41% lower than US avg

Median Rent $820

29% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.0%

21% higher than US avg

Unemployment 4.4%

22% higher than US avg

Poverty Rate 10.6%

15% lower than US avg

How Van Buren Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population23,545

Median Age35.8 yrs

Density1,521/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 76%

Veterans9.0%

Economy

B+

Median Income$59,420

Per Capita$27,863

Unemployment4.4%

Poverty10.6%

County GDP$2,328M

Commute19 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$178,000

Rent$820

Ownership62.5%

Zillow$204,528

Housing Units9,669

Rent Burden28.3%

Crime

Violent492/100K

Property3,160/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault403/100K

Burglary626/100K

Health

Obesity39.0%

Uninsured13.5%

Smoking17.5%

Depression27.0%

Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (17°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain47.3 in/yr

Sunny Days310/yr

Elevation599 ft (183 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+19.8%

High School+87.0%

Graduate+6.4%

School Score5.33

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%

Commute19 min

Broadband87.9%

EV Stations2

Libraries6

Is Van Buren a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Van Buren receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Van Buren offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Van Buren is $59,420, 21% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Van Buren is $178,000, 37% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $820 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 492 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 / something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,160 per 100,000, 61% above the national average.

Education

19.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Van Buren enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. With 310 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Van Buren has a population of 23,545 with a density of 1,521 people per square mile, spread across 15.5 square miles. The median age is 35.8 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.7% female and 48.3% male. The city is predominantly White (75.9%), with 5.3% Hispanic, 1.5% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 85% of residents, while 15% speak Spanish. 9.0% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 19.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.3% have health insurance coverage.

Population

23,545

Total Population

1,521

People / sq mi

35.8yrs

Median Age

8% below US avg

15.5mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%

Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Van Buren vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 85.0%

8% above US avg

Spanish 15.0%

12% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Van Buren vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Van Buren is $59,420, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,863 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $938, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 1,281 business establishments, including 101 restaurants. The cost of living index is 86.9, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 3.3% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Van Buren vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$59,420
	21% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$27,863
Avg Weekly Wage	$938
IRS Avg AGI	$59,294
Gini Index	0.445 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.4%
	22% above US avg
Poverty Rate	10.6%
	15% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,281
County GDP	$2,328M

Business (County)

Restaurants	101
Healthcare	121
Retail	165
Manufacturing	50

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,191
	37% below US avg
Cost of Living	86.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	1.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	18.7 min
Drive Alone	85.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Van Buren is $178,000, 37% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $204,528, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 101.7% of their list price, indicating a competitive market where bidding wars are common. Monthly rent averages $820 (29% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $671 for a one-bedroom to $880 for a two-bedroom apartment. 62.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 9,669 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1988. The average annual property tax is $2,191 (lower than the $3,500 national average). 28.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$178,000
	37% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$204,528
Median List Price	$269,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$269,000
$/Sq Ft	$135
Homes Sold	17
Sale-to-List Ratio	101.7%
Price Drops	26.2%
Inventory	61

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$820
	29% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$996
Rent Burden	28.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$630
1 Bedroom	$671
2 Bedrooms	$880
3 Bedrooms	$1,186
4 Bedrooms	$1,240

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	62.5%
Owner-Occupied	62.5%
Renter-Occupied	37.5%
Housing Units	9,669
Median Year Built	1988

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,191
	37% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.23%

In Van Buren, 39.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.5% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.6% of residents. 37.8% have high blood pressure. 17.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 15.7% report binge drinking. 31.4% are physically inactive, above the national average. 27.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.6% experience frequent mental distress. 13.5% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,875. The dentist ratio is 1:4,362. 59.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 5.9 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Van Buren vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.0%
	21% above US avg
Diabetes	11.5%
Heart Disease	6.6%
High Blood Pressure	37.8%
Asthma	10.6%
COPD	8.2%
Cancer	7.0%
Stroke	3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.5%
	25% above US avg
Binge Drinking	15.7%
Physical Inactivity	31.4%
Depression	27.0%
Mental Distress	20.6%
Physical Distress	16.0%
Short Sleep	39.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.3%
Uninsured	13.5%
	57% above US avg
Primary Care	1:2,875
Dentists	1:4,362
Mental Health	1:1,474
Checkup Rate	76.2%
Dental Visits	51.4%
Premature Death	11,457/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	5.9/10
Exercise Access	59.5%
Healthcare Facilities	121

Van Buren has a violent crime rate of 492 per 100,000 residents, 29% above the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 403.4 per 100,000, robbery at 29.4, rape at 58.8. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 3,160 per 100,000, 61% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,273, burglary at 626, vehicle theft at 261 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 8 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Van Buren receives a safety grade of F.

Crime Rates: Van Buren vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent	491.6/100K
	29% above US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	58.8/100K
Robbery	29.4/100K
Assault	403.4/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	3,159.7/100K
	61% above US avg
Burglary	626.1/100K
Theft	2,273.1/100K
Vehicle Theft	260.5/100K
Arson	0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	8
Traffic Accidents	240
Avg Accident Severity	2.2 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Van Buren enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. The area gets 310 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 47.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 2.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 599 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 83°F Jul (28°C)

Annual Average	62.4°F
	16% above US avg
January Average	40°F (5°C)
July Average	83°F (28°C)
Sunny Days	310 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	599 ft (183 m)
Area	15.5 sq mi (40.1 km²)
Population Density	1,521/sq mi
Coordinates	35.4512°N, 94.3540°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County	Crawford County County
Nearest Airport	Fort Smith Regional (FSM) 11 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.3"

25% above US avg

Snowfall 2.9"

Wettest Month (May) 5.87"

Driest Month (Jan) 2.48"

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	71.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability	38.3 / 100
Community Resilience	26.0 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Relatively Moderate
Flood	Relatively Low
Hail	Relatively Low
Strong Wind	Relatively Low
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively High
Drought	Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave	Relatively Low
Landslide	Relatively Moderate

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

Earthquake History

79 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.7. Most recent: M2.9 on Aug 14, 2024.

Aug 24, 2021	1 km S of Quinton, Oklahoma	M3.7	100 km
Aug 18, 2019	1 km ENE of Quinton, Oklahoma	M3.7	98 km
Nov 15, 1990	16 km NNW of Hector, Arkansas	M3.5	120 km
May 24, 2013	16 km WSW of Center Ridge, Arkansas	M3.4	150 km
May 22, 2013	16 km WSW of Center Ridge, Arkansas	M3.4	150 km
Jun 27, 2000	15 km WSW of Marshall, Arkansas	M3.4	148 km
Aug 22, 2021	3 km ESE of Quinton, Oklahoma	M3.4	97 km
Jul 22, 2021	2 km E of Quinton, Oklahoma	M3.3	97 km
Feb 7, 2020	2 km SSW of Quinton, Oklahoma	M3.2	101 km
Feb 7, 2020	3 km SSW of Quinton, Oklahoma	M3.2	102 km
Aug 12, 2019	1 km NE of Quinton, Oklahoma	M3.2	98 km
Jun 3, 2022	10 km W of Quinton, Oklahoma	M3.2	109 km
Mar 14, 2022	12 km E of Crowder, Oklahoma	M3.1	114 km
Jan 7, 2018	7 km SW of Indianola, Oklahoma	M3.1	140 km
Apr 1, 2020	2 km NE of Quinton, Oklahoma	M3.1	97 km
Jul 28, 1990	18 km W of Mountain Pine, Arkansas	M2.9	130 km
Sep 21, 2019	2 km NNE of Quinton, Oklahoma	M2.9	98 km
Feb 3, 2021	1 km SW of Quinton, Oklahoma	M2.9	101 km
Aug 14, 2024	13 km WSW of Quinton, Oklahoma	M2.9	112 km
May 8, 2022	13 km WSW of Quinton, Oklahoma	M2.9	113 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

541 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 57 fatalities, 945 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Mar 26, 1976	EF5	42 km	2
May 24, 2011	EF4	41 km	4
May 26, 1973	EF4	88 km	5
Apr 19, 1968	EF4	29 km	14
May 5, 1960	EF4	19 km	5
Jan 22, 1957	EF4	30 km	10
May 25, 2024	EF3	98 km	0
Mar 30, 2022	EF3	77 km	0
May 24, 2011	EF3	75 km	1
Dec 31, 2010	EF3	64 km	4
Mar 12, 2006	EF3	99 km	0
Mar 12, 2006	EF3	91 km	0
Jun 1, 1999	EF3	99 km	2
May 4, 1999	EF3	22 km	0
Apr 21, 1996	EF3	64 km	2
Apr 21, 1996	EF3	12 km	2
Nov 22, 1983	EF3	57 km	0
Dec 2, 1982	EF3	12 km	0
Apr 19, 1981	EF3	85 km	0
Apr 7, 1980	EF3	77 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (18,089 ac, 2007).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
2007	UNNAMED	18,089	77 km
2000	UNNAMED	15,318	35 km
2007	UNNAMED	14,993	95 km
2007	UNNAMED	14,774	53 km
1998	UNNAMED	13,929	33 km
2016	WEST CAVANAL FIRE	13,100	58 km
2004	UNNAMED	12,086	78 km
2016	UNNAMED	11,929	33 km
2024	RX FOUCHE VALLEY	10,912	89 km
2007	UNNAMED	10,593	70 km
2016	UNNAMED	9,483	79 km
2013	UNNAMED	9,385	66 km
2014	UNNAMED	9,368	95 km
2021	BILLY CREEK	9,236	90 km
2017	MIDDLE RIDGE	8,501	28 km
2014	UNNAMED	7,945	65 km
2016	UNNAMED	7,919	65 km
2013	UNNAMED	7,804	65 km
2003	UNNAMED	7,415	42 km
2003	UNNAMED	7,347	96 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	40°F (5°C)	2.5 in	Coldest, Driest
February	43°F (6°C)	2.8 in
March	52°F (11°C)	4.5 in
April	61°F (16°C)	4.4 in
May	69°F (21°C)	5.9 in	Wettest
June	77°F (25°C)	4.2 in
July	83°F (28°C)	3.3 in	Warmest
August	81°F (27°C)	3.1 in
September	73°F (23°C)	4.6 in
October	62°F (17°C)	4.4 in
November	50°F (10°C)	4.6 in
December	41°F (5°C)	3.5 in

Van Buren has a seasonal temperature swing of 43°F / from 40°F in January to 83°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 47.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (5.9") and January the driest (2.5").

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Van Buren is located in Crawford County. It is classified as Metro / under 250K, part of a metropolitan area. 19.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 41% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.0% have completed high school. 6.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.3 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 78.1% of the vote, a 58.2-point margin. 87.9% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 2 EV charging stations. There are 6 public libraries serving the community. 121 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 85.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.1%

D 19.9%

Winner: Republican by 58.2 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	8
Traffic Accidents	240
Avg Accident Severity	2.2 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	19.8%
	41% below US avg
High School+	87.0%
Graduate Degree+	6.4%
School Test Score	5.33

C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 3	Metro / under 250K
Population Density	1,521/sq mi
Total Area	15.5 sq mi
County	Crawford County County

Services

Broadband Access	87.9%
Avg Download Speed	119.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	26.9 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	2
Alt Fuel Stations	4
Public Libraries	6
Healthcare Facilities	121
Restaurants	101
Retail Stores	165

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	18.7 min
Drive Alone	85.1%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.3%

Average costs for common services in Van Buren. 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 Crawford County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	4,656	61	$57,070	2.94
Retail Trade	2,132	168	$33,091	1.11
Transportation & Warehousing	2,130	66	$58,525	2.61
Health Care & Social Assistance	1,764	170	$41,624	0.64
Accommodation & Food Services	1,712	94	$19,224	0.98
Construction	1,278	150	$61,979	1.26
Wholesale Trade	859	67	$67,465	1.13
Administrative & Waste Services	555	64	$49,232	0.49
Other Services	551	93	$44,747	0.95
Professional & Technical Services	399	104	$75,207	0.30
Finance & Insurance	354	71	$55,801	0.45
Real Estate	145	53	$45,536	0.48
Utilities	68	7	$56,492	0.93
Information & Technology	47	12	$52,632	0.13
Management of Companies	36	4	$46,351	0.11
Arts & Entertainment	36	6	$18,662	0.11
Educational Services	10	6	$29,433	0.03

Hospitals in Van Buren

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
BAPTIST HEALTH - VAN BUREN	Acute Care Hospitals	—	Yes	(479) 474-3401

Schools in Van Buren

11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
VAN BUREN HIGH SCHOOL	High	1,228	105	11.7:1
NORTHRIDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL	Middle	753	43	17.5:1
BUTTERFIELD JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL	Middle	613	42	14.6:1
J. J. IZARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	Elementary	479	26	18.4:1
OLIVER SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	Elementary	476	24	19.8:1
VAN BUREN FRESHMAN ACADEMY	—	462	33	14.0:1
JAMES R. TATE ELEM. SCHOOL	Elementary	457	24	19.0:1
KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	Elementary	443	27	16.4:1
RENA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	Elementary	439	21	20.9:1
PARKVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL	Elementary	413	24	17.2:1
RIVER VALLEY VIRTUAL ACADEMY (Charter)	Other	148	26	5.7:1

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Radio Stations near Van Buren

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
KMCO FM 101.3	country, mcalester	AAC+ 32 kbps

Campgrounds Near Van Buren

4 campgrounds found near Van Buren.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
WHITE ROCK MOUNTAIN RECREATION AREA	4.7/5	13	$15–$215
SPRINGHILL	4.2/5	50	$16–$75
Clear Creek - Ozark Lake (AR)	3.7/5	39	$16–$75
Shores Lake Recreation Area	—	25	Free

National Parks Near Van Buren

16 national parks and monuments found near Van Buren.

Park	Type	Fee
Cherokee Landing State Park	State Park	Free
Devil's Den State Park	State Park	Free
Fort Smith National Historic Site	National Historic Site	Free
Greenleaf State Park	State Park	Free
Hobbs State Park / Conservation Management Area	State Park	Free
Lake Fort Smith State Park	State Park	Free
Lake Tenkiller State Park	State Park	Free
Natural Falls State Park	State Park	Free
Queen Wihelmina State Park	State Park	Free
Robbers Cave State Resort Park	State Park	Free
Sequoyah Bay State Park	State Park	Free
Snowdale State Park	State Park	Free
State Parkavinaw State Park	State Park	Free
Western Hills Guest Ranch/sequoya Sp State Resort	State Park	Free
Wister State Park	State Park	Free
Withrow Springs State Park	State Park	Free

Trails Near Van Buren

38 trails found near Van Buren.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
SUGAR CREEK MULTI-USE TRAIL	25.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WEST OUTER LOOP	24.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MULBERRY WILD AND SCENIC RIVER	20.8	WATER	—	—	—
BRADFORD EAST OUTER LOOP	16.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
POTEAU MTN MULTI-USE TRAIL	14.7	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
OZARK HIGHLANDS TRAIL	9.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WHITE ROCK-SHORES LAKE EAST	5.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WHITE ROCK-SHORES LAKE WEST	4.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
BRADFORD EASY LOOP	3.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SUGAR CREEK M.U.T. - 97C	2.8	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WEST OUTER LOOP SHORTCUT M	2.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WEST OUTER LOOP SHORCUT E	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WHITE ROCK MTN RIM LOOP	1.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
SUGAR CREEK M.U.T. - 97D	1.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WEST OUTER LOOP SHORCUT L	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
EASY PINE OUTER LOOP WEST	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WEST OUTER LOOP SHORTCUT K	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WEST OUTER LOOP SHORTCUT H	1.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MILL CREEK EASY LOOP	1.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WEST OUTER LOOP SHORTCUT F	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
POTEAU MTN M.U.T. - E	1.2	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WEST OUTER LOOP SHORTCUT G	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SUGAR CREEK HIKING TRAIL	1.0	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
EASY PINE LOOP EAST	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
EAST OUTER LOOP SHORTCUT D	0.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
EAST OUTER LOOP SHORTCUT C	0.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BUTTERFIELD HIKING TRAIL	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MILL CREEK SHORTCUT B	0.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
POTEAU MTN M.U.T. - C	0.6	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
POTEAU MTN M.U.T. - B	0.4	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
WEST OUTER LOOP SHORTCUT D	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WHITE ROCK MTN SPUR	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
EAST OUTER LOOP SHORTCUT E	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MILL CREEK SHORTCUT A	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
SUGAR CREEK M.U.T. - 97F	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
POTEAU MTN M.U.T. - D	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
POTEAU MTN M.U.T. - A	0.1	NAT - NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	Yes	Yes
DOCKERYS GAP SPUR	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—

Historical Trends — Van Buren

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

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	22,965	$38,328
2015	23,061	$39,414
2017	23,519	$40,747
2019	23,737	$45,714
2021	23,353	$51,561
2023	24,069	$59,420

Museums in Van Buren

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
FORT SMITH MUSEUM OF HISTORY	HISTORY MUSEUM		4797837841	$279,517
U.S. MARSHALS MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION			$59,562
OLD FORT MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM			$8,488
MUSEUM OF THE HARDWOOD TREE	GENERAL MUSEUM		4797824220	$6,245
BASS REEVES LEGACY INITIATIVE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4797884211
CHAFFEE BARBERSHOP MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
CRAWFORD COUNTY GENEALOGICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	614 FAYETTEVILLE STREET	4796325549
CRAWFORD COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	614 FAYETTEVILLE STREET PO BOX 276	4796325549
FORT SMITH AIR MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	6700 MCKENNON BLVD	4797851839
FORT SMITH HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
FORT SMITH NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4797833961
FORT SMITH REGIONAL ART MUSEUM	ART MUSEUM	1601 ROGERS AVE	4797842787
JAMES K BARNES MUSEUM AND TOURIST CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM	421 N 46TH ST	4797821288
JANET HUCKABEE ARKANSAS RIVER VALLEY NATURE CENTER (AR GAME & FISH COM.)	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	8300 WELLS LAKE ROAD	4794523993
MANESS HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
MUSIC FORT SMITH	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
RIVER VALLEY BOTANICAL GARDENS	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
RIVER VALLEY MUSEUM OF VAN BUREN	HISTORY MUSEUM	813 MAIN STREET	8003325889
SOUTH SEBASTIAN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4799960079
SPIRO MOUNDS ARCHAEOLOGICAL CENTER	GENERAL MUSEUM
UNIVERSITY OF ARKANSAS - FORT SMITH ARBORETUM	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER		4797887000
VAN BUREN PLACE HISTORIC DISTRICT	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
WESTERN ARKANSAS NATURE CENTER PARTNERS	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER

Libraries in Van Buren

Name	Address	Annual Visits
FORT SMITH PUBLIC LIBRARY	3201 ROGERS AVENUE	401,919
CRAWFORD COUNTY LIBRARY SYSTEM	1409 MAIN ST.	341,987
SCOTT SEBASTIAN REGIONAL LIBRARY	18 N. ADAIR STREET	91,865

Farmers Markets in Van Buren

Name	Address	Season	Hours
Fort Smith Farmers Market	15 N 2nd St, Fort Smith, AR 72901	01/01/2016 to 12/31/2016	Tue: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;
Greenwood Farmers Market	Greenwood town square
Van Buren Farmer's Market	1409 Main Street	04/02/2016 to 12/31/2016	Wed: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;Sat: 7:00 AM-12:00 PM;

Breweries in Van Buren

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Belle Point Beverages Inc	Food & Dining, Beverages, Breweries, Fort Smith, AR, Beer and Ale, Fort Smith Beer and Other Fermen	1 Bellepoint Pl	4797823511
Burford Distributing Inc	Other, Food & Dining, Beverages, Breweries, Fort Smith, AR, Advertising & Marketing, Advertising,	925 S H St	4797838979	Visit
Core Public House - Pub	Breweries, Bars & Clubs, Nightlife, Food & Drink	701 Rogers Ave	14797556633
Oasis Tavern	Cocktail Lounges, Fort Smith, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants & Bars, Venues, recreation, Cocktai	3215 Midland Blvd	4797822866	Visit
Table Rock Beverage Co	Beverage Manufacturers, Breweries, Wholesale Tobacco Products	10718 Tablerock Dr	4796493999

Nursing Homes in Van Buren

3 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
CRAWFORD HEALTHCARE & REHABILITATION CENTER 2010 MAIN STREET	For profit - Corporation	115	96	3/5	—	3/5	4/5	4794746885
VAN BUREN HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER 1404 NORTH 28TH STREET	For profit - Corporation	109	99	2/5	—	3/5	4/5	4794748021
VALLEY SPRINGS REHABILITATION AND HEALTH CENTER 228 POINTER TRAIL WEST	For profit - Corporation	105	86	1/5	—	4/5	1/5	4794745276

Pharmacies in Van Buren

6 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
LANGSTON DRUG STORE INCORPORATED	1202 EAST MAIN STREET	479-474-3431
PHARMACY EXPRESS	1515 FAYETTEVILLE ROAD	479-474-7171
PRICE CUTTER FOOD WAREHOUSE - 352	120 CLOVERLEAF PLAZA	479-474-0772
SUPER SAV DRUG	2215 ALMA HIGHWAY	479-474-5028
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 16	2214 FAYETTEVILLE ROAD	479-474-5051
WALGREENS - 7235	1601 FAYETTEVILLE ROAD	479-474-8859

EV Charging Stations in Van Buren

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Van Buren, AR - Tesla Supercharger	500 Pointer Trail	Tesla		6	TESLA	public
Van Buren Inn - Tesla Destination	3131 Cloverleaf St	Tesla Destination	1		TESLA	public

Cell Towers in Van Buren

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
2 MILES SOUTHWEST OF ALMA	TOWER	91
11208 RAIN LOOP (65356)	LTOWER	63
PART OF THE SW 1/4 OF THE SW 1/4 OF SECTION 11, TOWNSHIP 11 N, RANGE 26 E OF THE	TOWER	60
625 PINE TOWER DRIVE (65351)	MTOWER	49

Fire Stations in Van Buren

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Fire District Number Six of Crawford County, Inc.	1022 Pleasant Valley RD	Volunteer			479-474-5137
Van Buren Fire Department	2009 Pevehouse RD	Career			479-471-5031

Power Plants Near Van Buren

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
ELLIS HYDRO	CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC	221111	-94.3	OP
LEE CREEK WATER TREATMENT FACILITY	CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC	221111	-94.4	SB

Bridges in Van Buren

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete	1966	32	51,984	F
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel continuous	1967	3,396	49,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2014	574	49,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1965	222	44,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1965	146	41,748	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1968	122	26,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1968	122	26,000	F
Culvert	Concrete	1947	21	23,000	F
Culvert	Concrete	1947	24	22,208	F
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel continuous	1975	3,043	22,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1971	500	21,454	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1965	137	19,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1965	137	19,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1950	84	17,154	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1967	90	17,154	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1965	296	15,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1965	296	15,500	F
Culvert	Concrete	2021	34	15,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1965	222	12,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1965	161	12,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1968	164	11,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1968	164	11,000	F
Culvert	Concrete	1968	32	10,253	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1965	222	10,085	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1965	222	10,085	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1972	162	10,068	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1965	463	10,000	F
Culvert	Concrete	1988	22	10,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1965	463	10,000	F
Slab	Concrete	1967	140	9,700	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2008	202	9,200	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2014	485	8,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2014	485	8,000	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1964	93	7,700	P
Culvert	Concrete	2014	52	6,900	G
Culvert	Concrete	1970	33	6,600	F
Culvert	Concrete	1968	32	6,400	F
Culvert	Concrete	1979	55	6,365	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1967	349	5,440	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1967	349	5,440	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1967	284	4,710	P
Slab	Concrete continuous	1939	23	4,500	F
Channel Beam	Concrete	2017	42	4,500	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1963	214	4,500	P
Slab	Concrete continuous	1939	34	4,500	F
Culvert	Concrete	1965	25	3,733	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1964	298	3,600	F
Culvert	Concrete	1997	32	3,200	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1995	400	3,000	G
Culvert	Concrete	1985	21	2,800	G
Culvert	Concrete	1976	46	2,543	F
Culvert	Concrete	2004	51	2,500	F
Culvert	Concrete	1990	63	1,855	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	2013	65	1,670	G
Channel Beam	Concrete	1991	34	1,313	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1994	152	1,200	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1942	23	1,200	F
Culvert	Concrete	1987	27	836	F
Culvert	Concrete	1987	32	722	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1930	50	571	F
Culvert	Concrete	1987	32	549	F
Culvert	Concrete	1987	32	105	F
Culvert	Concrete	1987	32	105	F
Culvert	Concrete	1987	32	69	G
Culvert	Concrete	1975	23	50	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	2016	152	49	G
Culvert	Concrete	1998	22	42	F
Girder/Floorbeam	Steel	1936	742	35	P
Channel Beam	Concrete	1966	93	35	F
Culvert	Concrete	1965	27	15	F

Correctional Facilities in Van Buren

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
CRAWFORD COUNTY DETENTION CENTER	4235 ALMA HIGHWAY	COUNTY	-999	88	OPEN

Superfund Sites Near Van Buren

3 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
GERDAU MACSTEEL - FORT SMITH PLANT	5225 PLANTERS RD	SEBASTIAN
GERDAU MACSTEEL - FORT SMITH PLANT	5225 PLANTERS RD	SEBASTIAN
GERDAU MACSTEEL - FORT SMITH PLANT	5225 PLANTERS RD	SEBASTIAN

Airports Near Van Buren

42 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Drake Field	FYV	Medium Airport
Fort Smith Regional Airport	FSM	Medium Airport
Arrowhead Assault Strip	—	Small Airport
Booneville Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Boyd Airport	—	Small Airport
Bratton Airport	—	Small Airport
Byrd's Backcountry Airstrip	—	Small Airport
Etna Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying A Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying J Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Flying W Airpark II Airport	—	Small Airport
Gustafson Airport	—	Small Airport
Henson Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Hoerler Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Hoffius International Airport	—	Small Airport
Huntsville Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
John Reid Airport	—	Small Airport
Lollars Creek Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Luginbuel Hee Haw Airport	—	Small Airport
McAlister Airpark	—	Small Airport
Neversweat Too Airport	—	Small Airport
Ozark Franklin County Airport	—	Small Airport
Paris Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Robert S Kerr Airport	RKR	Small Airport
Sallisaw Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Semper Fi Landing	—	Small Airport
Smith Field	SLG	Small Airport
Snake Creek Wilderness Airport	—	Small Airport
Springdale Municipal Airport	SPZ	Small Airport
Stigler Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
Stilwell / Cherokee Nation Airport	—	Small Airport
Sweetbriar Airport	—	Small Airport
Tahlequah Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Talihina Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Tenkiller Lake Airpark	—	Small Airport
Venture Aerodrome Airpark Nr 2 Ultralightport	—	Small Airport
Waldron Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Wedington Woods Airport	—	Small Airport
Williams Field	—	Small Airport
Winfield Airpark	—	Small Airport
Wolf Mountain Airport	—	Small Airport
Worth James Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Van Buren

20 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone



	1103 Main Street
Alma Police Department
Arkansas Department of Correction	805 Garrison Avenue
Arkansas Highway Police - Van Buren Station
Arkansas State Police Troop H
Bonanza Police Department
Central City Police Department
City of Kibler Police Department
Crawford County Sheriff's Office
Dyer Police Department
Fort Chaffee Police Department
Fort Smith Police Department
Greenwood Police Station
Lavaca Police Department
Mountainburg Police Department
Muldrow Police Department	100 South Main Street
Roland Police Department
Sebastian County Sheriff's Office	800 South A Street
University Police Department
University Police Department Auxiliary Office
Van Buren Police Department	800 North Fayetteville Road

Grocery Stores in Van Buren

40 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
10 BOX COST-PLUS 352	Super Store	120 Cloverleaf Plz
Aldi 46037	Supermarket	2309 Fayetteville Rd
Bariedades Salvadorena 1	Grocery Store	3700 N 50th St
BRAUM'S 246	Other	1600 Fayetteville Rd
Butcher Boys	Specialty Store	1220 E Main St
Casey's 3427	Convenience Store	500 E Pointer Trl
CASEY'S 4012	Convenience Store	2815 Alma Hwy
CASEY'S 4641	Convenience Store	2203 Fayetteville Rd
CVS 10255	Other	2015 Fayetteville Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 0625	Other	4217 Kelley Hwy
Dollar General 13038	Other	4306 Kibler Rd
Dollar General 15384	Other	3715 Mussett Rd
Dollar General 16267	Other	2929 Fayetteville Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 2089	Other	621 N 28th St
Dollar General 24138	Other	617 Parkview St
DOLLAR GENERAL 3342	Other	1131 E Pointer Trl
Dollar Tree 1817	Other	2308 Fayetteville Rd
Dollar Tree 7277	Other	230 Cloverleaf Plz
Family Dollar 3377	Other	3800 Midland Blvd
Guanatos Supermercado	Grocery Store	2702 N 50th St
Harps Food Store 511	Super Store	601 E Pointer Trl
J Mart Valero	Convenience Store	3627 Midland Blvd
Jetaway	Convenience Store	3638 Midland Blvd
Key's Family Butcher Shop	Specialty Store	2900 Oliver Springs Rd
Las Villa Mercado Y Mas	Grocery Store	2519 Alma Hwy
Mackie's One Stop Shop NA	Convenience Store	3828 Midland Blvd
Maverik 5045	Convenience Store	2720 Alma Hwy
Mercado Tinajero Llc	Grocery Store	3423 Armour St
MIDLAND MARKET	Grocery Store	3711 Midland Blvd
Murphy USA 7447	Convenience Store	2200 N 62nd St
Murphy USA 7732	Convenience Store	2210 Fayetteville Rd
Pic N Tote	Convenience Store	5000 Midland Blvd
Pic N Tote Broadway 10	Convenience Store	716 Broadway St
POULTRY DIRECT INC	Specialty Store	2233 Alma Hwy
Roosters At 50th Street	Convenience Store	2818 N 50th St
Thanh Long Asian Market	Other	3024 N Albert Pike Ave
Tienda La Chiquita	Grocery Store	1109 Walnut St
Van Buren Food Mart	Convenience Store	1903 Fayetteville Rd
WALGREENS 07235	Other	1601 Fayetteville Rd
Walmart SUPERCENTER 16	Super Store	2214 Fayetteville Rd

Post Offices in Van Buren

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
United States Post Office	22 South 7th Street

Treatment Centers in Van Buren

6 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Harbor House Inc	Substance Abuse	479-785-4083
Lumina Revenue Cycle Management - Lumina Behavioral Health LLC	Substance Abuse	479-242-1003
River Valley Primary Care Services - Eastside Family Clinic	Both	479-431-2050
Serenity Counseling Advocates and - Psychiatric Center	Substance Abuse	479-474-4483
Western Arkansas Counseling and - Guidance Center Inc	Both	479-452-6650
Western Arkansas Counseling and - Guidance Center Inc	Both	479-452-6650

Churches & Religious Organizations in Van Buren

39 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
29 11 MINISTRIES INC	5403 MCCLURE RD
43 ASSEMBLY OF GOD	3410 BIG PINE DR
ARKANSAS-OKLAHOMA CONFERENCE OF THE CHURCHES OF GOD GEN CONFERENCE INC	2301 N 34TH ST
BAPTIST HEALTH VAN BUREN AUXILIARY	PO BOX 409
BETHLEHEM FREE WILL BAPTIST OF VAN BUREN INC	PO BOX 1597
BUTTERFIELD ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH	1302 N 30TH ST
CHURCH OF THE PINES	1202 MAIN ST STE B
CROSS-POINTE CHURCH OF GOD	3304 KIBLER RD
CURRENT CHURCH	2020 DORA RD
DAYSPRING CITY CHURCH	PO BOX 1674
DIVINE APPOINTMENT MINISTRY	4215 HILLTOP WAY
DORA PENTACOASTAL CHURCH OF GOD	PO BOX 102
FACE OF GRACE MINISTRIES INC	1923 LOVERS LN
FAITH IN ACTION MINISTRIES INC	536 SUNNYSIDE RD
FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD CHURCH OF VAN BUREN ARKANSAS INC	1014 FAYETTEVILLE RD
FIRST CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE	PO BOX 641
FORT SMITH SOUTH AR FOURSQUARE CHURCH	PO BOX 756
GODS AMAZING GRACE FELLOWSHIP	2020 RENA RD
HEARTS OF HOPE CHURCH AND MINISTRY	5911 ALMA HWY VAN BUREN
IGLESIA DE JESUCRISTO PALABRA MIEL	1604 ALMA BLVD
JUBILEE CHRISTIAN CENTER	1901 LIBERTY LN
KIBLER ASSEMBLY OF GOD	127 W KIBLER HWY
LIBERTY FELLOWSHIP CHURCH	5530 ALNNA HWY
LIVING WORD BAPTIST CHURCH	1445 CLYDE CATE RD
MAYWOOD CHURCH	PO BOX 375
NEW BETHEL ASSEMBLY OF GOD	1014 FAYETTEVILLE RD
NEW LIFE VAN BUREN	3624 POINTER TRL E
NEW VISION WORSHIP CENTER	220 SYCAMORE
PARKVIEW ALLIANCE CHURCH	904 PINE ST
PARTNER 135 ADVANCE INC	PO BOX 7508
PLEASANT VALLEY CHURCH OF CHRIST	6020 KIBLER RD
REFUGE MINISTRIES INC	4311 KIBLER RD
SAFE HARBOR CHURCH INC	2330 CATCHER RD
SPIRIT PLUS CHRISTIAN LIFE CENTER	1109 MITZI LN
SUNNYSIDE ASSEMBLY OF GOD	1014 FAYETTEVILLE RD
VAN BUREN BREAD OF LIFE CHURCH	PO BOX 1532
VAN BUREN VICTORY TEMPLE	5027 HIGHWAY 60
WE-GO MISSION COALITION INC	1604 SOMERSET WAY
WOOD MEMORIAL CHRISTIAN CHURCH	921 BROADWAY ST

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Frequently Asked Questions About Van Buren

What is the population of Van Buren?

Van Buren has a population of 23,545 residents and is located in Arkansas. The population density is 1,521 people per square mile, spread across 15.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.7% female and 48.3% male.

Is Van Buren expensive to live in?

Van Buren 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 $59,420, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $178,000 (37% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $820 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Van Buren safe?

The violent crime rate in Van Buren is 492 per 100,000 residents, above the national average of 380. Prospective residents should research specific neighborhoods, as crime rates can vary significantly within the city. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,160 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Van Buren receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Van Buren?

Van Buren enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 310 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 47.3 inches, with 2.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Van Buren?

Van Buren has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $938. There are 1,281 business establishments in the area, including 101 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 19 minutes, and 3.3% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Van Buren?

The median home value in Van Buren is $178,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $204,528. For renters, the median monthly rent is $820. Fair market rent is $671 for a 1-bedroom and $880 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 62.5%. The average annual property tax is $2,191.

How are the schools in Van Buren?

Schools in Van Buren score 5.3 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 19.8% of adults in Van Buren hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.0% have completed high school. 6.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Van Buren?

The obesity rate in Van Buren is 39.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.5% of adults are smokers. 31.4% are physically inactive. 27.0% of residents report depression. 13.5% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 59.5% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:2,875.

What is transportation like in Van Buren?

The average commute in Van Buren is 19 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 85.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 3.3% work from home.

What are the demographics of Van Buren?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Van Buren is 75.9% White, 1.5% Black or African American, 5.3% Hispanic or Latino. 85% of residents speak only English at home, while 15% speak Spanish. 9.0% of the population are military veterans. 19.1% of residents have a disability. 89.3% have health insurance coverage.

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