Geography
This college town is nestled in the Ozark Mountains less than a half-hour from both Missouri and Oklahoma.
Cultural Attractions
Fayetteville is home to the Clinton House Musuem. Not only was it Bill and Hillary's first house, but it was also the place where they married.
Recreation
Beaver Lake is a local spot to enjoy water sports and nature with its 500 miles of shoreline.
Historical
The Headquarters House in Fayetteville, built by Judge Jonas Tebbetts in 1853 and still standing today, served as the headquarters for both the Confederacy and the Union during the Civil War.
Economy
The University of Arkansas is the leading employer in the area.
Demographics
Demographic Detail
- Population:
- 76,540
- Population under 55:
- 82.8%
- Population over 55:
- 17.2%
City Detail
- Crime rate:
- Average
- Closest large city:
- Tulsa
Marital Status 2010
Weather
Weather Detail
- Air quality:
- Poor
- Temperature:
- 90°F July High, 28°F January Low
Jobs & Economy
Housing
- Median income:
- $35,204
- Median home price:
- $157,000
- Average property tax:
- $43
Income & Jobs
- Unemployment rate 2010:
- 5.9%
- Low
- Cost of living:
- Low
Employment Projections
Education
Higher Education
- Best Colleges at the location:
- 1
- Best Colleges within 30 miles:
- 2
- Best Colleges within 50 miles:
- 3
Health Care & Retirement
Hospitals
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals at the location:
- 4/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 30 miles:
- 11/0
- Hospitals/Best Hospitals within 50 miles:
- 20/0
Retirement Facilities
- Community care facilities for the elderly:
- 65
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