What are the schools like in London, AR?

London is served primarily by RUSSELLVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.4:1.

What is the median household income in London?

The median household income in London, AR is $50,750 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.7%.

What is the weather like in London, AR?

London has an average high temperature of 51.1°F in January and 93.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 49.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 3.1 inches.

London, AR Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is London, AR affordable or expensive?

London's cost of living index is 87, where 100 represents the national average. This means London is 13% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $93,900 and the median rent is $853 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in London, AR?

London has a violent crime rate of 307.5 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1134.7 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is London, AR a Good Place to Live?

London is a small town of 1,113 in Arkansas, with a median household income of $50,750 and a 4.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 87 (US average = 100), which is 13% below the national average.

Strengths: London stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether London is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All London city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 87.4

London's overall cost of living index is 87.4, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in London costs roughly 13% less than the average American city.

Metric	London, AR	National Avg
Median Home Value	$93,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$853	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	75.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$50,750	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Safer than Average

London's violent crime rate is 307.5 per 100,000 residents — 19% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

307.5 /100k

Property Crime

1134.7 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

London is served primarily by RUSSELLVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	London, AR	National Avg
School District	RUSSELLVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	6	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	13.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	27.8%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	85.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

London sees average highs of 51.1°F in January and 93.4°F in July, with 49.5 inches of annual precipitation and 3.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	London, AR
Average High — January	51.1°F
Average High — July	93.4°F
Annual Precipitation	49.5"
Annual Snowfall	3.1"

Demographics

Metric	London, AR	National Avg
Population	1,113	—
Median Age	30.7	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	22.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	92.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.4%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	2.9%	18.9%
Asian	1.0%	6.3%
Under 18	30.6%	22.2%
65 and over	7.3%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Russellville, AR 7 mi Knoxville, AR 8 mi Dardanelle, AR 8 mi Dover, AR 8 mi New Blaine, AR 10 mi

ZIP Codes in London

London, AR is covered by 1 ZIP code:

72847

London vs Other Cities

London, AR vs Russellville, AR London, AR vs Knoxville, AR London, AR vs Dardanelle, AR London, AR vs Dover, AR London, AR vs New Blaine, AR

Frequently Asked Questions

Is London, AR affordable or expensive?

London's cost of living index is 87, where 100 is the national average. That makes London roughly 13% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $93,900 and median rent is $853/month.

What is the crime rate in London, AR?

London's violent crime rate is 307.5 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1134.7 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in London?

Public schools in London are operated by RUSSELLVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has 6 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 13.4:1. 27.8% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is London, AR a good place to live?

London, AR has a population of 1,113, a median household income of $50,750, and an unemployment rate of 4.7%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in London?

London averages 51.1°F in January and 93.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 49.5 inches with about 3.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in London?

London, AR is covered by 1 ZIP code: 72847.

What is the population of London?

The population of London, Arkansas is 1,113 with a median age of 30.7. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in London?

Key numbers for living in London: cost of living index 87 (100 = US average), median home $93,900, median household income $50,750, crime index 70 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare London side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.