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Russellville

#47 in Best Places to Live in Arkansas
  • B+
    Overall Grade
  • Town in Arkansas
  • 117 reviews
    B+
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Public Schools
      B+
    2. Crime & Safety
      C+
    3. Housing
      B-
    4. Nightlife
      B
    5. Good for Families
      B
    6. Diversity
      A-
    7. Jobs
      B-
    8. Weather
      B
    9. Cost of Living
      B+
    10. Health & Fitness
      B-
    11. Outdoor Activities
      B+
    12. Commute
      B+
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    Russellville is a town in Arkansas with a population of 29,147. Russellville is in Pope County. Living in Russellville offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents rent their homes. Many families and young professionals live in Russellville and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Russellville are above average.
    Population
    29,147

    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $136,900
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $662
    National
    $949
    Area Feel
    Sparse Suburban
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      53%
    • Own
      47%
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    Russellville Rankings

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    Crime & Safety

    Crime & Safety
    C+
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Violent Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Assault
      281.8
      282.7
    • Murder
      0
      6.1
    • Rape
      74.7
      40.7
    • Robbery
      30.6
      135.5
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Burglary
      421
      500.1
    • Theft
      2,393.5
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      254.6
      284

    Residents

    Diversity
    A-
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Age
    • <10 years
      14%
    • 10-17 years
      8%
    • 18-24 years
      23%
    • 25-34 years
      15%
    • 35-44 years
      9%
    • 45-54 years
      10%
    • 55-64 years
      10%
    • 65+ years
      12%
    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      10%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      17%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      30%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      26%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      18%
      13%

    Working in Russellville

    Jobs
    B-
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $35,295
    National
    $55,322
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    Russellville Reviews

    117 reviews
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    I think Russellville is a great place! Its not to small but not to big; perfect place to raise a family! Russellville is a place where most people know each other, and that always a plus. Just like any other city Russellville has its flaws. These include, little funding money, not very many family friendly activities, etc.
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    This city has the small town feel with a variety of things to keep you entertained as well. We are a growing city, there is almost always something going on. From high school events, college events, events downtown, different 5K's to join, fishing derby's, and many other family events to attend. Spend a nice sunny day on the lake with your family, spend the evening at the movies or go bowling. We have a variety of restaurants to choose from as well as fast food joints. Russellville is a big supporter of Arkansas Tech University. Different establishments paint their windows gold and green in support during homecoming.
    Russellville is your average, run-of-the-mill small town. It is most known for its University, Arkansas Tech. The campus is beautiful, people are friendly, and the professors are very open to helping their students succeed. There are multiple parks and nearby hiking trails that bring many out of their homes to enjoy the natural state. However, there aren't many recreational activities, clubs, or events to participate in, causing crime to escalate more every year. Many young people here are involved with violence and drugs, and the police tend to show more racial discrimination to the citizens than most towns. I have lived here for only four years, yet there has been a noticeable change in mental health with not only myself, but the fellow acquaintances and friends surrounding me. Although beautiful, it is not the ideal place to live.