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Pine Bluff, AR
Pine Bluff · Jefferson County · AR 71601
Updated June 24, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Hard pass
Verdict
$67K
Median Price
13/100
Walk Score
6.3/10
Schools
Score Breakdown
AAffordability
92/100
D+Safety
55/100
CSchools
63/100
DQuietness
40/100
ACommute
100/100
FWalkability
13/100
WYLT Score61/100
Our Take
Pine Bluff is a very affordable place, but it comes with high flood risk, low walkability, limited public transit and weak job prospects. The low median income and high unemployment rate make it difficult for most people to thrive there. If you are looking for a cheap place to settle, you will need to plan for significant extra costs and risk.
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The Good
- ✓Very low median home price ($67k), good for buyers on a tight budget
- ✓Low cost of living overall
- ✓Small, tight‑knit community
- ✓Basic services and schools available
Real Talk
- !High flood risk (AE zone) means mandatory flood insurance and potential property damage
- !High unemployment rate (~12%) and low median income limit job opportunities
- !Walkability and public transit are practically nonexistent
- !Dining and nightlife options are limited and not very diverse
- $Mandatory flood insurance and higher insurance premiums
- $Potential for increased water and utility costs due to flood damage
- $Higher costs for property repairs and maintenance due to environmental risk
Best For
First‑time homebuyers with tight budgetsRetirees looking for very low-cost housingRemote workers with reliable internet accessFamilies needing a small community feel
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskHigh
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Pine Bluff, AR
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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