Arkansas is known for its stunning natural beauty, from the rugged Ozark Mountains to the scenic Buffalo National River. The state offers countless opportunities for outdoor adventure, rich cultural traditions, and welcoming communities that attract both residents and visitors throughout the year.
Cities such as Little Rock, Fayetteville, and Hot Springs continue to draw attention for their history, entertainment, and recreational opportunities. However, like many states across America, Arkansas also faces public safety challenges in certain communities.
Quick Guide
- State: Arkansas
- Ranking Basis: Violent crimes per 100,000 residents
- Includes: Assault, robbery, rape, and homicide
- Highest-Ranked City: West Memphis
- Largest City on the List: Little Rock
- Important Note: Crime rates can vary significantly between neighborhoods, and many areas within these cities remain safe and welcoming.
- Source: Areavibes
Recent crime statistics highlight several Arkansas cities with violent crime rates significantly above the state average. While crime does not define an entire community, understanding these trends can help residents and travelers make informed decisions.
10. Forrest City
- Population: 14,474
- 1,176 violent crimes per 100k
- violent crimes per day: 3.22
- chance of being a victim: 1 in 85
- Total Crimes / 100k: 4,030
Rounding out our list at #10 is Forrest City, AR. With a population of 14,474 and a violent crime rate of 1,176 per 100,000 people (103% higher than the Arkansas average), some parts of Forrest City are incredible unsafe.
The violent crime rate consists of 1,054 counts of assault, 24 counts of robbery, 57 counts of rape and 41 counts of homicide. Residents can expect to have a 1 in 85 chance of becoming a victim of a violent crime.
9. North Little Rock
- Population: 68,354
- 1,180 violent crimes per 100k
- violent crimes per day: 3.23
- chance of being a victim: 1 in 85
- Total Crimes / 100k: 5,493
Economic conditions, education, social environment, law enforcement and urbanization can all have an impact on crime rates. Feeling the effects of most of those issues, North Little Rock, AR comes in as the 9th most dangerous city in Arkansas with a violent crime rate of 1,180 per 100,000 people. …