2019 Best Counties for Families in ArkansasAbout this List

Benton County

• County in Arkansas
• 10 reviews

Current Resident: What I like in Benton County is all the history held in the city of Bentonville. It is where Walmart was created, so with that there is so much to do.
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• A+

• A

• A+

• 251,823 Population

Washington County

• County in Arkansas

• A

• A

• A

• 223,683 Population

Faulkner County

• County in Arkansas

• A-

• A-

• A-

• 121,282 Population

Sebastian County

• County in Arkansas
• 2 reviews

Current Resident: I currently live here and grew up here for the most part. love the schools and how family friendly it is! It does have some nightlife but not as much as some people would like. It is very diverse and most people are so friendly! I've got so many great memories from this place and I couldn't imagine leaving!
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• B+

• A-

• B+

• 127,362 Population

Saline County

• County in Arkansas
• 13 reviews

Current Resident: We live in HSV (Saline Co part) and have been here 5 years. I much prefer Benton to HS for several reasons, and even tho we don’t visit much, we find the following to be true as related to HS. People are nicer, businesses seem to to appreciate our being there, has a nicer “feel” when driving around, and nicer neighborhoods overall. I would much prefer living in Saline County any day
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• B+

• A

• B+

• 116,252 Population

Craighead County

• County in Arkansas

• A-

• A-

• B+

• 104,246 Population

Lonoke County

• County in Arkansas
• 4 reviews

Current Resident: Lonoke County is located in Central Arkansas and the eleventh largest out of seventy five counties. Depending where you are in the County you can go from hilly terrain to agricultural land to multiple farming communities. Lonoke was formed in 1873 and named after a red oak tree used by railroad surveyors. The County carries a lot of farming history particularly for rice and cotton. In the fall Lonoke autumn colors are vibrant, however in the summer evenings especially in the rice farming areas, mosquitoes can be a pesky problem. Lonoke County residents would benefit from a public transportation system.
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• B

• A-

• B+

• 71,568 Population

White County

• County in Arkansas

• B

• B+

• B+

• 78,706 Population

Polk County

• County in Arkansas

• B-

• B

• B

• 20,212 Population

Pope County

• County in Arkansas
• 2 reviews

Current Resident: Normally it has everything a person needs. Has a hospital, food, hotels, retail. And some nice people.
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• B+

• A-

• B

• 63,372 Population

Newton County

• County in Arkansas
• 1 review

Current Resident: Newton County is a great place to come and see several distinctive aspects of nature. For instance, the county has its own canyon in the town of Jasper, also including the fun experiences of the outdoor activities of the Horseshoe Canyon Ranch.Enjoy the exciting thriller of one of the largest zip-lines to this day, as well as outdoor rock climbing on the surrounding buffs.If heights aren't your thing, then settle for their other relaxing activities that will allow you and your family to enjoy yourself. Newton country is also known for its competitive teams in several sports and academics. The schools provide great entertainment for their community, and their teams strive to win as they compete for the title of number one in conference. Newton County is a great place to stay and visit, featuring cabins for rent instead of hotels to give you the overall natural experience of the outdoors.
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• B-

• C+

• B

• 7,898 Population

Sevier County

• County in Arkansas
• 1 review

Former Resident: I have lived in Sevier County my entire life. Neighbors become family and the local Walmart becomes the hangout spot for adults. During the summer, you can find two active parks filled with children who are eager to find a new best friend. I loved growing up here as well, because it is multiracial. I feel safe as I walk down main street in my humble county.
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• B-

• A-

• B

• 17,206 Population

Pike County

• County in Arkansas

• B-

• B-

• B

• 10,893 Population

Independence County

• County in Arkansas

• B-

• B

• B

• 37,097 Population

Izard County

• County in Arkansas

• B-

• B+

• B

• 13,521 Population

Union County

• County in Arkansas

• B+

• B-

• B

• 40,022 Population

Nevada County

• County in Arkansas

• B-

• C+

• B

• 8,528 Population

Clark County

• County in Arkansas

• B+

• B

• B-

• 22,495 Population

Searcy County

• County in Arkansas
• 1 review

Current Resident: It is very beautiful up here, friendly people, great country. I would recommend that anyone come up here and drink up the wonderful sights that are to be found in the amazing Ozarks. Great place to raise a family.
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• B-

• B-

• B-

• 7,925 Population

Crawford County

• County in Arkansas
• 1 review

Current Resident: Most people are pretty friendly. Hundreds of restaurants. Really into sports, especially football. Make sure you go to see the Fort Smith Symphony.
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• B-

• B

• B-

• 62,119 Population

Yell County

• County in Arkansas

• B-

• B

• B-

• 21,601 Population

Cleveland County

• County in Arkansas

• B-

• C+

• B-

• 8,332 Population

Carroll County

• County in Arkansas

• B

• B

• B-

• 27,782 Population

Pulaski County

• County in Arkansas
• 8 reviews

Current Resident: Pulaski County is overall a good and safe community, with lots of kind people if sought out. I would love to see more hardworking people, more honesty, and more general goodness that any individual should want in a community. The public libraries are fantastic and there are lots of programs for citizens of all ages to get involved in. Though this does not determine the goodness of a county, I would like to see roads improved. It would make our environment look much cleaner and nicer. Lastly, perhaps the best addition to our community would be new-found joy in every individual. Communities are made up of every-day people- hurting, sick, busy, lost, happy- people in every stage and season. It would be so good if people could find and plant their joy, and spread it with those around them.
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• B+

• C

• B-

• 392,848 Population

Boone County

• County in Arkansas
• 14 reviews

Niche User: There is a strong sense of safety in this area because not only are the police very present and competent, but the community will step up when needed as well. Around here, people have each other's backs and respect personal and public property.
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• B-

• A-

• B-

• 37,212 Population