Crime & Safety in Hot Springs

Hot Springs' crime data carries a real, honestly-disclosed cross-source spread this record does not resolve to one figure.

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A real, disclosed range of cited figures

One NeighborhoodScout-sourced reading cites an overall crime rate of approximately 47 per 1,000 residents; a separate reading cites approximately 66 per 1,000 -- both genuinely elevated relative to the national average.

More than 97% of Arkansas communities safer

NeighborhoodScout cites more than 97% of Arkansas communities as carrying a lower crime rate than Hot Springs, with a 1-in-21 chance of becoming a victim of violent or property crime.

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Last reviewed: 2026-08-27. Independent research; not financial, tax, or legal advice -- confirm current figures with a local professional before making a decision.