West Memphis

AR

Crittenden County, Arkansas

Population 47K |Median income $55,358 |2 hospitals

Population
47,266
Crittenden County
Median Income
$55,358
-19% vs avg
Median Home Value
$160,200
-30% vs avg
Median Age
36.2
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
47K-6%
Median Income
$55,358+47%
Median Home Value
$160,200+61%
Poverty Rate
21%-20%
Unemployment
10.2%-14%

Economics

Median Rent
$911/mo
Poverty Rate
21% +48% vs avg
Unemployment 10.2%
Bachelor's Degree+ 17%
Work From Home 7.1%
Public Transit 0.1%

Population

African American 50.9%
White 39.1%
Two or More Ethnicities 5.9%
Asian 0.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

High Blood Pressure
47.4%
Obesity
46.7%
Short Sleep Duration
42.1%
Physical Inactivity
38.7%
Frequent Mental Distress
20.2%
Current Smoking
18.5%
Frequent Physical Distress
17%
Diabetes
16.5%
Binge Drinking
12.4%
Lack of Health Insurance
12.3%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 81.4%
Dental Visit 47.3%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
11.6%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.9%
Stroke
4.9%

Alerts & News — West Memphis 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 West Memphis, AR? ▼
West Memphis, AR has a population of 47,266 people, located in Crittenden County, Arkansas.
What is the median household income in West Memphis? ▼
The median household income in West Memphis, AR is $55,358 per year. The poverty rate is 21%.
What is the median home value in West Memphis? ▼
The median home value in West Memphis, AR is $160,200. Median rent is $911/month.
What are the top health concerns in West Memphis? ▼
The top health indicators in West Memphis include High Blood Pressure (47.4%), Obesity (46.7%), Short Sleep Duration (42.1%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in West Memphis? ▼
West Memphis has 2 hospitals with an average rating of null/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in West Memphis? ▼
The median age in West Memphis, AR is 36.2 years. 17% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

West Memphis, AR is located in Crittenden County, Arkansas. With a population of 47K and a median household income of $55,358, the community faces health challenges including high blood pressure and obesity. Residents have access to 2 hospitals with an average rating of null/5 stars. Safety alerts for the West Memphis 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 (Crittenden 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.