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Crime in Walnut Ridge summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Walnut Ridge. Key points include:
There were 88 total crimes in Walnut Ridge in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Walnut Ridge is 1,588.7 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Walnut Ridge is 379.1 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Walnut Ridge is 1,209.6 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Walnut Ridge is -25.03% below the national average.
Total Crimes
Below National Average
Crime In Walnut Ridge Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Walnut Ridge / 100k People |
Arkansas / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 88 | 1,588.7 | 2,508.9 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 21 | 379.1 | 579.4 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 7.3 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 0 | 0.0 | 38.6 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 17 | 306.9 | 463.5 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 67 | 1,209.6 | 1,929.5 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 20 | 361.1 | 352.7 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 41 | 740.2 | 1,400.0 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 6 | 108.3 | 176.8 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Walnut Ridge summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Walnut Ridge. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Arkansas. Key points include:
The cost of living in Walnut Ridge is 83 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Walnut Ridge is 0.8x lower than the national average.
The median home value in Walnut Ridge is $129,711.
The median income in Walnut Ridge is $45,027.
Walnut Ridge's Overall Cost Of Living
Lower Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Walnut Ridge Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Walnut Ridge | Arkansas | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 83 | 85 | 100 |
| Services | 100 | 95 | 100 |
| Groceries | 91 | 93 | 100 |
| Health | 48 | 68 | 100 |
| Housing | 89 | 96 | 100 |
| Transportation | 93 | 92 | 100 |
| Utilities | 92 | 92 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Walnut Ridge, AR Weather
The average high in Walnut Ridge is 70.6° and the average low is 49.0°.
There are 69.0 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 48.6 inches of precipitation each year with 4.1 inches of snow.
| Stat | Walnut Ridge |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 70.6 |
| Average Annual Low | 49.0 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 69.0 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 48.6 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 4.1 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Walnut Ridge Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Walnut Ridge
The current population in Walnut Ridge is 5,434. The population has increased 11.3% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5,434 | -0.1% |
| 2023 | 5,440 | 0.5% |
| 2022 | 5,411 | 0.4% |
| 2021 | 5,392 | 5.6% |
| 2020 | 5,104 | 0.1% |
| 2019 | 5,098 | -0.5% |
| 2018 | 5,125 | -0.4% |
| 2017 | 5,146 | 9.0% |
| 2016 | 4,723 | -0.7% |
| 2015 | 4,755 | -0.9% |
| 2014 | 4,800 | -0.6% |
| 2013 | 4,831 | -0.6% |
| 2012 | 4,859 | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 4,876 | -0.1% |
| 2010 | 4,882 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Walnut Ridge
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Walnut Ridge is:
91.7% White with 4,984 White residents.
1.9% African American with 105 African American residents.
0.1% American Indian with 5 American Indian residents.
0.2% Asian with 9 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.1% Other with 4 Other residents.
4.5% Two Or More with 244 Two Or More residents.
1.5% Hispanic with 83 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Walnut Ridge | AR | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 91.7% | 67.4% | 57.4% |
| African American | 1.9% | 14.6% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 0.2% | 1.6% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 4.5% | 6.3% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 1.5% | 9.0% | 19.3% |
Gender in Walnut Ridge
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Walnut Ridge is 51.1% female with 2,776 female residents.
Walnut Ridge is 48.9% male with 2,658 male residents.
| Gender | Walnut Ridge | AR | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 50.6% | 50.5% |
| Male | 48.9% | 49.4% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Walnut Ridge for adults over 25
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5.0% of adults in Walnut Ridge completed < 9th grade.
10.0% of adults in Walnut Ridge completed 9-12th grade.
26.0% of adults in Walnut Ridge completed high school / ged.
25.0% of adults in Walnut Ridge completed some college.
11.0% of adults in Walnut Ridge completed associate's degree.
13.0% of adults in Walnut Ridge completed bachelor's degree.
7.0% of adults in Walnut Ridge completed master's degree.
0.0% of adults in Walnut Ridge completed professional degree.
3.0% of adults in Walnut Ridge completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Walnut Ridge | AR | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 5.0% | 5.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 10.0% | 7.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 26.0% | 34.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 25.0% | 21.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 11.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 13.0% | 16.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 7.0% | 7.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 0.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 3.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Walnut Ridge, Arkansas
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6.9% of households in Walnut Ridge earn Less than $10,000.
8.8% of households in Walnut Ridge earn $10,000 to $14,999.
15.7% of households in Walnut Ridge earn $15,000 to $24,999.
8.1% of households in Walnut Ridge earn $25,000 to $34,999.
15.6% of households in Walnut Ridge earn $35,000 to $49,999.
11.7% of households in Walnut Ridge earn $50,000 to $74,999.
9.4% of households in Walnut Ridge earn $75,000 to $99,999.
15.3% of households in Walnut Ridge earn $100,000 to $149,999.
3.4% of households in Walnut Ridge earn $150,000 to $199,999.
5.1% of households in Walnut Ridge earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Walnut Ridge | AR | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 6.9% | 6.1% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 8.8% | 4.9% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 15.7% | 8.9% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 8.1% | 9.1% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 15.6% | 12.9% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 11.7% | 17.4% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 9.4% | 12.8% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 15.3% | 15.0% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 3.4% | 6.2% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 5.1% | 6.7% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)
