West Memphis, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · Crittenden County County
West Memphis, AR
At a Glance
How West Memphis Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows West Memphis's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is West Memphis a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
West Memphis residents earn a median household income of $41,860 , which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,608. The unemployment rate stands at 13.5% (275% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 22.0% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,096 business establishments, including 113 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in West Memphis is $119,100 , 58% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $128,016. Median rent is $847/month, with 32.8% 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 1975.
Safety & Crime
West Memphis reports 1,927 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 407% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,725/100K.
Education
14.8% of adults in West Memphis hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below the national average). 83.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
West Memphis has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.