Van Buren

AR

Crawford County, Arkansas

Population 61K |Median income $64,132 |1 hospital

Population
61,139
Crawford County
Median Income
$64,132
-6% vs avg
Median Home Value
$182,800
-20% vs avg
Median Age
39.2
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
61K-1%
Median Income
$64,132+62%
Median Home Value
$182,800+78%
Poverty Rate
14.7%-27%
Unemployment
4%-53%

Economics

Median Rent
$851/mo
Poverty Rate
14.7% +4% vs avg
Unemployment 4%
Bachelor's Degree+ 20%
Work From Home 6.3%
Public Transit 0.2%

Population

White 81.4%
Two or More Ethnicities 7.6%
African American 1.3%
Asian 1.1%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
41.9%
Obesity
38.8%
Short Sleep Duration
37.1%
Physical Inactivity
31.2%
Frequent Mental Distress
19%
Current Smoking
16.8%
Frequent Physical Distress
16.5%
Binge Drinking
14.8%
Diabetes
13%
Lack of Health Insurance
11.6%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 78.3%
Dental Visit 54.4%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
10.3%
Coronary Heart Disease
8.1%
Stroke
4%

Alerts & News — Van Buren 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 · 28m 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 · 34m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Van Buren, AR? ▼
Van Buren, AR has a population of 61,139 people, located in Crawford County, Arkansas.
What is the median household income in Van Buren? ▼
The median household income in Van Buren, AR is $64,132 per year. The poverty rate is 14.7%.
What is the median home value in Van Buren? ▼
The median home value in Van Buren, AR is $182,800. Median rent is $851/month.
What are the top health concerns in Van Buren? ▼
The top health indicators in Van Buren include High Blood Pressure (41.9%), Obesity (38.8%), Short Sleep Duration (37.1%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Van Buren? ▼
Van Buren has 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Van Buren? ▼
The median age in Van Buren, AR is 39.2 years. 20% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Van Buren, AR is located in Crawford County, Arkansas. With a population of 61K and a median household income of $64,132, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Van Buren 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 (Crawford 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.