Russellville

Russellville, Arkansas Overview

Russellville scores 45.4/100 overall (C), ranking #11 of 20 cities in Arkansas — above the state composite of 30.9. Affordability is the city’s relative strength at 79/100, while Outdoor Access lags at 15/100.

Income & Employment in Russellville

The median household income in Russellville is $48,708, 14% below the statewide median of $56,335. The local unemployment rate of 3.6% is lower than the state’s 4.2%. Population grew 0.2% recently.

Safety in Russellville

Russellville reports 544.1 violent crimes per 100,000, roughly in line with the statewide rate of 579 per 100,000. The property crime rate is 2087.4 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Russellville

The median home value is $166,500. Median monthly rent is $835. Renters spend 20.6% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Russellville

The adult obesity rate in Russellville is 43.8%, above the national average and a factor in the city’s health profile. The diabetes prevalence rate is 11.2%. Residents report an average of 21.1 poor mental health days per month, above the typical range. Arkansas ranks #49 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Russellville

Russellville’s high school graduation rate of 92% is well above average, reflecting strong local school performance. The student-teacher ratio of 13.6:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Per-pupil spending is $13,246. The city has 9 public schools serving 5,316 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Russellville

Russellville enjoys a moderate climate with an annual average of 63.3°F. Summers average 81.3°F. Winters average 46.5°F. Annual precipitation is 46.8 inches. The average commute of 15 minutes is notably short.

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