West Memphis, AR Population Statistics: Density Map Data
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Area Snapshot Statistics
Key statistics on population, economy, housing, and commuting compared to state and national averages. Explore interactive maps for deeper analysis.
Population
| Metric | West Memphis | Arkansas Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 21,927 | 3,059,436 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 731.7 | 57.5 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | -0.52% | 0.31% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 36.6 | 36.6 | 37.1 |
| Households | 8,918 | 1,188,527 | 128,459,983 |
Population in West Memphis declined by 10.4% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 22,528 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
West Memphis has a the economy index of D, which means it is barely prosperous.
| Metric | West Memphis | Arkansas Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $46,975 | $58,772 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 5.41% | 4.71% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 11.0% | 5.1% | 5.2% |
The median household income in West Memphis is about 20% lower than in Arkansas.
Housing
| Metric | West Memphis | Arkansas Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $165,553 | $123,805 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $856 | $913 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 49.6% | 66.1% | 65.1% |
The median home price in West Memphis is about 16.1 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $856 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
Commuters in West Memphis spend about 32 minutes on the road round trip each working day. Over a typical 250-day work year, that adds up to roughly 132 hours, about 5.5 full days, spent commuting.
| Metric | West Memphis | Arkansas Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-way commute (min) | 15.8 | 18.5 | 22.5 |
| Round-trip commute (min) | 31.6 | 37.0 | 44.9 |
| Yearly time spent (hours) | 132 | 154 | 187 |
| Estimated yearly cost | $4,081 | $4,780 | $5,803 |
| Work from home | 5.8% | 7.8% | 13.4% |
| Highway traffic (vehicles/day) | 13,398 | 6,306 | 8,813 |
| Local road traffic (vehicles/day) | 1,703 | 912 | 1,355 |
The average commute time in West Memphis is 16 minutes, shorter than the 19 minutes in Arkansas.
Estimated yearly cost applies a single national wage rule of thumb (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics average hourly earnings), not a measurement of wages in this area. Traffic volume figures come from proprietary Ticon and TrafficZoom data.
Education & Households
West Memphis has a education index of F, which means it scores poorly in education.
| Metric | West Memphis | Arkansas Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 13.6% | 22.8% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 2.48 | 2.48 | 2.54 |
Health
West Memphis has a health index of D, which means it is barely healthy.
| Metric | West Memphis | Arkansas Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 72.2 | 75.5 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 28.5% | 22.8% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 26.3% | 23.3% | 19.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West Memphis, Arkansas.
What is the population of West Memphis, Arkansas?
The population of West Memphis, Arkansas is 21,927, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of West Memphis, Arkansas?
The population density of West Memphis, Arkansas is 731.7 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in West Memphis, Arkansas?
The median household income in West Memphis, Arkansas is $46,975, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in West Memphis, Arkansas?
The median home price in West Memphis, Arkansas is $165,553, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in West Memphis, Arkansas?
The unemployment rate in West Memphis, Arkansas is 11.0%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.