Blytheville is a city in Arkansas with about 13,026 residents. Blytheville was founded in 1879 and sits in Mississippi County. The median age is 39.1 and the median household income is $49,928. Homes carry a median value of $101,200, and about 54% of residents own where they live. Black residents make up the largest share of the population (58.2%). Around 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the typical commute runs about 14 minutes.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (5-year).
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Common questions
Blytheville — frequently asked
What is the population of Blytheville, Arkansas?
Blytheville has a population of about 13,026, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5-year).
What is the average home value in Blytheville?
The median home value in Blytheville is $101,200, and the median gross rent is $789/month (U.S. Census ACS).
Is Blytheville safe? What is the crime rate?
Blytheville Police Department reported a violent-crime rate of about 710 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — higher than the U.S. rate of 386. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS.
What natural-disaster risks does Blytheville face?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates Mississippi County as "Relatively Moderate" overall, with top hazards including ice storm, drought, lightning.
How many schools are in Blytheville?
Blytheville has 6 public schools (3 elementary, 1 middle, 2 high). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, NCES.
How many registered sex offenders are in Blytheville?
Public registry data lists 5 registered sex offenders in or near Blytheville. This is neighborhood-safety information from the public state registry.