Last updated 2026-07-10 ยท MovePlan Editorial Team
Low costs, big corporate employers, and Ozark mountains and rivers at your doorstep.
1. Fayetteville: Best overall
2. Bentonville: Best for careers
3. Little Rock: Best big city
4. Rogers: Best for families
5. Conway: Best college town
6. Jonesboro: Best regional hub
7. Hot Springs: Best for scenery
8. Springdale: Best value
Arkansas blends genuine affordability with a booming northwest corner powered by Walmart, Tyson, and J.B. Hunt, plus Ozark scenery that draws outdoor lovers. Here are the 8 best places to live in Arkansas, ranked.