Blytheville

Mississippi County, Arkansas

Population 39K |Median income $52,548 |2 hospitals

Population

39,126

Mississippi County

Median Income

$52,548

-23% vs avg

Median Home Value

$122,500

-46% vs avg

Median Age

37.3

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

39K-15%

Median Income

$52,548+44%

Median Home Value

$122,500+63%

Poverty Rate

21.1%-15%

Unemployment

6.9%-48%

Economics

Median Rent

$830/mo

Poverty Rate

21.1% +49% vs avg

Unemployment 6.9%

Bachelor's Degree+ 13.7%

Work From Home 2.9%

Public Transit 0%

Population

White 56.8%

African American 34.4%

Two or More Ethnicities 3.4%

Asian 0.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

46.6%

High Blood Pressure

46.4%

Short Sleep Duration

45.6%

Physical Inactivity

36.7%

Frequent Mental Distress

20.1%

Current Smoking

18.8%

Frequent Physical Distress

16.9%

Diabetes

15.2%

Binge Drinking

13.5%

Lack of Health Insurance

12.5%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 79.8%

Dental Visit 45.8%

Other Measures

Current Asthma

11.1%

Coronary Heart Disease

8.1%

Stroke

4.6%

Hospitals 2 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

1/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

GREAT RIVER MEDICAL CENTER

BLYTHEVILLE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★☆☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Blytheville 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 · 28m ago

Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 28m 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 Blytheville, AR? ▼

Blytheville, AR has a population of 39,126 people, located in Mississippi County, Arkansas.

What is the median household income in Blytheville? ▼

The median household income in Blytheville, AR is $52,548 per year. The poverty rate is 21.1%.

What is the median home value in Blytheville? ▼

The median home value in Blytheville, AR is $122,500. Median rent is $830/month.

What are the top health concerns in Blytheville? ▼

The top health indicators in Blytheville include Obesity (46.6%), High Blood Pressure (46.4%), Short Sleep Duration (45.6%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Blytheville? ▼

Blytheville has 2 hospitals with an average rating of 1/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Blytheville? ▼

The median age in Blytheville, AR is 37.3 years. 13.7% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Blytheville, AR is located in Mississippi County, Arkansas. With a population of 39K and a median household income of $52,548, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of 1/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Blytheville 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 (Mississippi 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.