City vs city
Van Buren, AR vs Fort Smith, AR
| Van Buren | Fort Smith | |
|---|---|---|
| Population | 23,545 | 89,496 |
| Population growth (1 yr) | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Median home value | $178,000 | $168,100 |
| Median rent | $820 | $852 |
| Household income | $59,420 | $52,692 |
| Unemployment | 7.4% | 6.7% |
| Bachelor's degree+ | 14% | 15% |
| State crime /100k | 2,204 | 2,204 |
Gold marks the better number on each line.
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-year estimates (2023 vs 2022); FBI Crime Data Explorer (statewide).
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