Living in Hot Spring County, Arkansas

Hot Spring County is a county in Arkansas with a population of around 33,426. The main communities are Malvern, Rockport, Midway.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $619/month, well below the national average, with a median home price of around $148K. The county has one of the lowest unemployment rates in the country at 2.6%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings warm winters (highs around 56°F) and hot summers (highs around 88°F). Mountains are 1-3 hours away. The area has tornado risk worth factoring into home insurance decisions.

Demographics

Hot Spring County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 41 and a predominantly working-class population (13% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes strongly Republican.