(KNWA/KFTA) — Fayetteville, Arkansas is the fourth best metro area to live in the United States in 2021-2022, according to U.S. News' annual 150 Best Places to Live list. ... Fayetteville rose four spots this year from its previous ranking (No. 8) in 2020.13 jul 2021
Why should I live in Fayetteville Arkansas?
Nestled in the Ozark Mountains, Fayetteville attracts outdoorsy types with its abundance of state parks, acres of community green space, playgrounds, parks and walking trails. The metro area also boasts a first-class performing arts center, an active local food movement, live music venues and a dynamic festival scene.
Is it safe to live in Fayetteville Arkansas?
Fayetteville is in the 13th percentile for safety, meaning 87% of cities are safer and 13% of cities are more dangerous. ... The rate of crime in Fayetteville is 55.20 per 1,000 residents during a standard year. People who live in Fayetteville generally consider the northwest part of the city to be the safest.
What is it like living in Fayetteville AR?
Living in Fayetteville offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents rent their homes. In Fayetteville there are a lot of bars, coffee shops, and parks. Many young professionals live in Fayetteville and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Fayetteville are highly rated.
Is it expensive to live in Fayetteville Arkansas?
Fayetteville, Arkansas's cost of living is 11% lower than the national average. The cost of living in any area can vary based on factors such as your career, its average salary and the real estate market of that area.
Will Arkansas really pay you to move there?
Northwest Arkansas has just announced that it will pay new residents $10,000 to move to an area that is known as one of the best places to live in America, thanks to its low cost of living, outdoor activities, world-class arts institutions and a per-capita income that's 14% higher than the national average.12 nov 2020
What is life works here?
The campaign – “Life Works Here” – builds on the incredible success of last year's incentive-based relocation campaign created by the Council to incentivize remote workers to Northwest Arkansas.27 sept 2021
Why do people move to Northwest Arkansas?
NWA is beloved by its inhabitants for so many reasons. No doubt, being nestled in the Ozark Mountains, the natural scenery is one of the top rationales. The area continues to attract the nature-oriented individual with its abundance of state parks, community green spaces, parks, and trails.19 mar 2021