Living in Garland County, Arkansas

Garland County is a county in Arkansas with a population of around 97,177, part of the Hot Springs, AR MSA metro area. The main communities are Hot Springs, Mountain Pine, Fountain Lake.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,082/month, below the national average, with a median home price of around $239K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.8%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings mild winters (highs around 55°F) and hot summers (highs around 87°F). Mountains are less than 1 hour away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Garland County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 45 and a predominantly working-class population (22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.