Batesville

AR

Independence County, Arkansas

Population 38K |Median income $56,609 |1 hospital

Population
38,175
Independence County
Median Income
$56,609
-17% vs avg
Median Home Value
$142,600
-37% vs avg
Median Age
38.7
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
38K+4%
Median Income
$56,609+62%
Median Home Value
$142,600+60%
Poverty Rate
20.4%-14%
Unemployment
3.9%-56%

Economics

Median Rent
$845/mo
Poverty Rate
20.4% +44% vs avg
Unemployment 3.9%
Bachelor's Degree+ 18.1%
Work From Home 5.8%
Public Transit 0.1%

Population

White 83.6%
Two or More Ethnicities 4.8%
African American 1.8%
Asian 0.9%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
41.6%
High Blood Pressure
41.3%
Short Sleep Duration
39.5%
Physical Inactivity
35.3%
Frequent Mental Distress
19.3%
Current Smoking
17.1%
Frequent Physical Distress
16.6%
Binge Drinking
14.7%
Diabetes
13.4%
Lack of Health Insurance
11.6%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 78.7%
Dental Visit 50.5%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
10.4%
Coronary Heart Disease
8.4%
Stroke
4.2%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
WHITE RIVER MEDICAL CENTER
BATESVILLE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — Batesville Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Chester and York Counties in South Carolina

NOAA · 29m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central South Carolina Through 9:45 AM

NOAA · 29m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 29m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 35m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Batesville, AR? ▼
Batesville, AR has a population of 38,175 people, located in Independence County, Arkansas.
What is the median household income in Batesville? ▼
The median household income in Batesville, AR is $56,609 per year. The poverty rate is 20.4%.
What is the median home value in Batesville? ▼
The median home value in Batesville, AR is $142,600. Median rent is $845/month.
What are the top health concerns in Batesville? ▼
The top health indicators in Batesville include Obesity (41.6%), High Blood Pressure (41.3%), Short Sleep Duration (39.5%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Batesville? ▼
Batesville has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Batesville? ▼
The median age in Batesville, AR is 38.7 years. 18.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Batesville, AR is located in Independence County, Arkansas. With a population of 38K and a median household income of $56,609, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Batesville area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Independence County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.