Hot Springs

Hot Springs, Arkansas Overview

Hot Springs scores 41.6/100 overall (D), ranking #13 of 20 cities in Arkansas — above the state composite of 30.9. Affordability is the city’s relative strength at 88/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 15/100.

Income & Employment in Hot Springs

Hot Springs’s median income of $46,441 is 18% below the state median, but positive population growth of 0.2% signals that affordability or other factors are still attracting residents. The local unemployment rate is 3.8%.

Safety in Hot Springs

Hot Springs reports 523.8 violent crimes per 100,000, roughly in line with the statewide rate of 579 per 100,000. The property crime rate is 6029.3 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Hot Springs

With a cost of living index of 85.8, Hot Springs is well below the national average of 100, offering meaningful savings on everyday expenses. The median home value is $156,900. Median monthly rent is $902. Renters spend 23.3% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Hot Springs

The adult obesity rate in Hot Springs is 41.2%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. Diabetes prevalence is elevated at 16.2%. Residents report an average of 18.6 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Arkansas ranks #49 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Hot Springs

Hot Springs has a high school graduation rate of 87.9%. The student-teacher ratio of 13.4:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Per-pupil spending is $13,355. The city has 16 public schools serving 8,880 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Hot Springs

Hot Springs enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 64°F. Summers average 81.6°F. Winters average 47.9°F. Precipitation is abundant at 56.2 inches per year. The average commute of 17 minutes is notably short.

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