Fayetteville, AR

Fayetteville, AR

Updated April 30, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$200K

Median Price

10/100

Walk Score

7.9/10

Schools

Score Breakdown

FWalkability
10/100
FCommute
15/100
D+Safety
55/100
CQuietness
60/100
CAffordability
63/100
BSchools
79/100
WYLT Score47/100

Our Take

Fayetteville offers solid schools and a low flood risk, but it’s very car‑centric with limited walkability and public transit. It’s a decent place if you’re okay with a small city feel and a focus on sports and community.

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The Good

  • Strong public school system with several high‑rated schools
  • Low flood risk (Flood Zone X)
  • Active sports culture around the University of Arkansas
  • Affordability compared to larger metro areas

Real Talk

  • !Walkability is almost nonexistent – a 10 walk score means you’ll need a car for most errands
  • !Public transit is limited; a 30 transit score means you’ll have trouble getting around without driving
  • !Dining and nightlife options are sparse outside of the university campus
  • !Income and employment data are not provided, so it’s unclear how the job market looks
  • $Parking fees in downtown and near the university can add up
  • $Road maintenance and local taxes may be higher in certain parts of the city
  • $Utility costs (electricity, water) can vary widely and may be above the state average

Best For

College townsFamily-friendlySports fansAffordable living

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Fayetteville, AR

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

Verify with real-time data

Rates are estimated from neighborhood characteristics using national FBI baselines. Actual figures vary by block — always verify with local sources before making decisions.

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