Arkansas · Metropolitan Area
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.
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 low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Van Buren offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
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.
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.
Violent crime in Van Buren is below the national average at 290 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,491 per 100,000, 78% above the national average.
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.
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. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
| English Only | 85.0% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 15.0% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $59,420 |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,863 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $938 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $59,294 |
| Unemployment | 4.4% |
| 22% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 10.6% |
| 15% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,281 |
| County GDP | $2,328M |
| Restaurants | 101 |
| Healthcare | 121 |
| Retail | 165 |
| Manufacturing | 50 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,191 |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.23% |
| Commute Time | 18.7 min |
| Work from Home | 3.3% |
| Census Median | $178,000 |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $204,528 |
| Median List Price | $269,000 |
| Median List Price | $269,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $135 |
| Homes Sold | 17 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 101.7% |
| Price Drops | 26.2% |
| Inventory | 61 |
| Census Median Rent | $820 |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $996 |
| Studio | $630 |
| 1 Bedroom | $671 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $880 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,186 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,240 |
| Owner-Occupied | 62.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,191 |
| 37% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.23% |
| 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% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.4% |
| Depression | 27.0% |
| Mental Distress | 20.6% |
| Physical Distress | 16.0% |
| Insurance Rate | 89.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.2% |
| Premature Death | 11,457/100K |
| Food Environment | 5.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 59.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 121 |
| Total Violent | 289.8/100K |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 69.2/100K |
| Robbery | 30.3/100K |
| Assault | 190.3/100K |
| Total Property | 3,490.9/100K |
| 78% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 999.3/100K |
| Theft | 2,387.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 103.8/100K |
| Arson | 4.3/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 62.4°F |
| 16% above US avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 47.3 inches |
| 25% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 2.9 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| 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 |
| County FIPS | 05033 |
Winner: Republican by 58.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 19.8% |
| 41% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.33 |
| RUCC Code 3 | Metro — under 250K |
| Population Density | 1,521/sq mi |
| Total Area | 15.5 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 4 |
| Public Libraries | 6 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 121 |
| Restaurants | 101 |
| Retail Stores | 165 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
| Avg Commute | 18.7 min |
| Work from Home | 3.3% |