Fayetteville

Fayetteville, Arkansas Overview

With a composite score of 50.8/100 and a C+ grade, Fayetteville ranks #6 of 20 cities in Arkansas. Its strongest showing is in Affordability (81/100), while Outdoor Access (15/100) represents its largest gap.

Income & Employment in Fayetteville

The median household income in Fayetteville is $51,513, 9% below the statewide median of $56,335. The local unemployment rate of 2.8% is lower than the state’s 4.2%. Population grew 1.6% recently.

Safety in Fayetteville

At 427.1 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, Fayetteville sits meaningfully below the Arkansas average of 579 — a 36% lower gap. The property crime rate is 3233.5 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Fayetteville

Fayetteville has a cost of living index of 91 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly below the national benchmark. The median home value is $322,500. Median monthly rent is $1,003. Renters spend 23.4% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline. The price-to-income ratio of 6.3x suggests home buyers face a stretched market.

Health & Wellness in Fayetteville

The adult obesity rate in Fayetteville is 33.5% (CDC PLACES). The diabetes prevalence rate is 7.5%. Residents report an average of 20.8 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Arkansas ranks #49 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Fayetteville

Fayetteville has a high school graduation rate of 90.8%. The student-teacher ratio is 15.2:1. Per-pupil spending is $12,903. The city has 19 public schools serving 10,899 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Fayetteville

Fayetteville enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 60.4°F. Summers average 78.4°F. Winters average 43.5°F. Annual precipitation is 40.5 inches. The average commute of 15.8 minutes is notably short.

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