Malvern is a city in Arkansas with about 10,938 residents. Malvern sits in Hot Spring County. The median age is 38.3 and the median household income is $40,602. Homes carry a median value of $95,500, and about 55% of residents own where they live. White residents make up the largest share of the population (60.5%). Around 11% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the typical commute runs about 20 minutes.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (5-year).
Public schools + grade-8 proficiency. Source: U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES directory + EDFacts assessments), via Urban Institute.
Safety
Crime
violent crime69% above national
Malvern653
Arkansas630
United States386
↑ 795% higher than 2019
2019–2023
property crime47% above national
Malvern2,867
Arkansas2,278
United States1,952
↑ 1648% higher than 2019
2019–2023
Rate per 100,000 residents/year, Malvern Police Department, 2023. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS (Crime Data Explorer).
Environment
Environmental hazards
Toxic-release sites and regulated facilities in and around Malvern.
Data source being added: U.S. EPA — Toxics Release Inventory (public). We show real, sourced figures only — never estimates.
Risk
Natural disaster risk
Relatively Low
Top hazards · Hot Spring County
Ice stormRelatively High
LightningRelatively High
HailRelatively Moderate
Strong windRelatively Moderate
TornadoRelatively Moderate
EarthquakeRelatively Low
County-level natural-hazard risk. Source: FEMA National Risk Index.
Context
Neighborhood info
Malvern is in Hot Spring County — see county-wide risk, demographics, and registry.
Malvern sits in Hot Spring County. Elevation ~96 m.
Population trend
Map of Malvern
Malvern, AR
Where Malvern is
Historic places
11 on the National Register of Historic Places.
Strauss HouseClark HouseBank of MalvernMissouri--Pacific Railroad Depot--MalvernGatewood HouseAlderson--Coston HouseHot Spring County CourthouseHot Springs Railroad Roundhouse
Source: Dru Sjodin National Sex Offender Public Website (NSOPW) and state registries. Public record. This information is provided for public awareness. Using it to harass, threaten, or discriminate against any registrant, or for any purpose prohibited by law, is illegal. Verify against the official registry record before relying on it.
Common questions
Malvern — frequently asked
What is the population of Malvern, Arkansas?
Malvern has a population of about 10,938, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5-year).
What is the average home value in Malvern?
The median home value in Malvern is $95,500, and the median gross rent is $760/month (U.S. Census ACS).
Is Malvern safe? What is the crime rate?
Malvern Police Department reported a violent-crime rate of about 653 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — higher than the U.S. rate of 386. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS.
What natural-disaster risks does Malvern face?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates Hot Spring County as "Relatively Low" overall, with top hazards including ice storm, lightning, hail.
How many schools are in Malvern?
Malvern has 10 public schools (3 elementary, 3 middle, 4 high). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, NCES.
How many registered sex offenders are in Malvern?
Public registry data lists 16 registered sex offenders in or near Malvern. This is neighborhood-safety information from the public state registry.