Fort Smith

AR

Sebastian County, Arkansas

Population 129K |Median income $57,790 |3 hospitals

Population
128,900
Sebastian County
Median Income
$57,790
-15% vs avg
Median Home Value
$176,200
-23% vs avg
Median Age
38
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
129K+2%
Median Income
$57,790+43%
Median Home Value
$176,200+54%
Poverty Rate
16%-25%
Unemployment
5.4%-21%

Economics

Median Rent
$886/mo
Poverty Rate
16% +13% vs avg
Unemployment 5.4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 23.3%
Work From Home 7.6%
Public Transit 0.1%

Population

White 68%
Two or More Ethnicities 6.3%
African American 5.2%
Asian 4.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
40.7%
Short Sleep Duration
37.7%
Obesity
36.2%
Physical Inactivity
33.3%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.9%
Frequent Physical Distress
16.2%
Current Smoking
16.1%
Binge Drinking
13.7%
Diabetes
13.1%
Lack of Health Insurance
12.9%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 52.6%
Annual Checkup 77.7%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
10.3%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.7%
Stroke
3.9%

Hospitals 3 total

Rating Distribution
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1
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Average Rating
2.5/5
Total Hospitals
3
With ER
2
MERCY HOSPITAL FORT SMITH
FORT SMITH · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆
BAPTIST HEALTH - FORT SMITH
FORT SMITH · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★☆☆☆

Alerts & News — Fort Smith Area 6

Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 27m ago
Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 27m ago
Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 27m ago
Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 28m ago
Bushfire Alerts

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

NSW RFS · 33m ago
Weather Alerts high

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

NOAA · 34m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Fort Smith, AR? ▼
Fort Smith, AR has a population of 128,900 people, located in Sebastian County, Arkansas.
What is the median household income in Fort Smith? ▼
The median household income in Fort Smith, AR is $57,790 per year. The poverty rate is 16%.
What is the median home value in Fort Smith? ▼
The median home value in Fort Smith, AR is $176,200. Median rent is $886/month.
What are the top health concerns in Fort Smith? ▼
The top health indicators in Fort Smith include High Blood Pressure (40.7%), Short Sleep Duration (37.7%), Obesity (36.2%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Fort Smith? ▼
Fort Smith has 3 hospitals with an average rating of 2.5/5 stars. 2 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Fort Smith? ▼
The median age in Fort Smith, AR is 38 years. 23.3% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Fort Smith, AR is located in Sebastian County, Arkansas. With a population of 129K and a median household income of $57,790, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 3 hospitals with an average rating of 2.5/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Fort Smith 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 (Sebastian 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.