Heber Springs 56 Below average
Heber Springs Livability #363 ranked city in Arkansas#22,646 ranked city in the USARanks better than 22% of areas

Pros and Cons of Living in Heber Springs

PROS
  • Cost Of Living

    The cost of living in this region is notably lower than the national average, encompassing everyday goods, housing, utilities, transportation and health care expenses.

CONS
  • Amenities

    A large portion of amenities are not ideally situated within walking distance, potentially requiring residents to utilize a vehicle or public transportation.

  • Commute

    Access to public transportation in this particular area may be limited, which can result in longer-than-average commute times to reach workplaces.

  • Crime

    This area exhibits elevated crime rates per 100,000 residents, which may suggest it's a potentially unsafe place to reside. These rates encompass both property and violent crimes.

  • Health & Safety

    A low health and safety score may be attributed to factors such as subpar air quality and the unavailability of certain health-related facilities like hospitals, clinics, doctors and pharmacies.

  • Ratings

    Surveys and polls conducted by AreaVibes with residents of the area revealed unfavorable results concerning the walkability of amenities, the availability of parks and public transit access.

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What's it like Living in Heber Springs?

Located in the state of Arkansas, Heber Springs is a small-sized city with a population of 7,156 residents. If we take a look at the last Census, the vast majority of the population falls within one racial group (95% White). Given that fact, Heber Springs could be considered less diverse than other cities. Not a fan of sitting in traffic during your commute to work? Heber Springs offers shorter work commutes, with an average one-way commute time taking only 20 minutes, far lower than the national average of 26 minutes.

Without the right tools, moving to any new area can be very stressful and challenging. Living in Heber Springs, Arkansas could be a good experience for anyone who puts in the effort to do the research required. When searching for a new neighborhood, several key items should be considered. Safety is paramount, ensuring a secure environment for you and your family. Proximity to workplaces or schools reduces commuting time and enhances convenience. Access to amenities like parks, grocery stores and healthcare facilities contributes to a comfortable lifestyle. Reliable public transportation options promote easy mobility. A strong sense of community fosters social connections and a welcoming atmosphere. To help you find the best places to live in and around Heber Springs, AreaVibes has created a livability score using key metrics like amenities, cost of living, commute, health & safety and more.

Heber Springs has a livability score of 54/100 and is ranked #379 in Arkansas and #23,211 in the USA. This is not a favorable rating; as this score ranks among some of the lowest in America. Living in Heber Springs may not be a pleasant experience. For each of the livability categories, we can establish that Heber Springs ranks very well for cost of living (A+). Unfortunately for Heber Springs, there are some categories for which it does not rank well, this includes: amenities (F), crime (F) and employment (D).

The Heber Springs unemployment rate of 1.61% has continued to decrease over the years and is now well below the national average. The result could lead to reduced poverty and inequality in the area, higher wages and increased economic growth. This is a positive sign in the overall health of the local economy.

There are many factors that go into deciding if an area is the right fit for your lifestyle. Certain “must haves” like low crime, great schools and nearby amenities are all at the top of most people's lists. But before even considering if those options are attainable, we'll need to know if the real estate in Heber Springs is actually affordable. The median home price for Heber Springs homes is $117,400, which is 2.4% higher than the Arkansas average. If we take a closer look at the affordability of homes in Heber Springs, we’ll see that the home price to income ratio is 2.7, which is 0% lower than the Arkansas average.

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      Heber Springs transportation information

      Statistic Heber Springs Arkansas National
      Average one way commute20min22min26min
      Workers who drive to work87.0%82.7%76.4%
      Workers who carpool9.6%10.8%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit0.0%0.4%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle0.0%0.2%0.6%
      Workers who walk0.6%1.7%2.8%
      Working from home2.8%3.2%4.6%
      Source: The Heber Springs, AR data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).