Crittenden
6.1
High score (8-10)
West Memphis has Southland Casino and Racing — a full casino and greyhound track that draws Memphis-area gambling traffic and keeps money and entertainment flowing through a county that would otherwise have very little. Crittenden County is 15 minutes from downtown Memphis via I-40, which means you get Memphis social access at significantly lower cost of living. The casino creates a specific social environment that operates differently from the surrounding county.
Mid score (6-8) · Your profile
West Memphis exists in Memphis's economic and social shadow — most residents work, shop, and socialize across the river in Tennessee. Southland Casino provides gambling and entertainment that you'd otherwise drive to Memphis for. Crime rates in West Memphis are high relative to Arkansas averages. Treat this as the cheaper side of greater Memphis rather than a standalone county.
Lower score (below 6)
Crittenden County outside of the casino is economically distressed — West Memphis has high crime rates, struggling schools, and a population that functions largely as a lower-cost bedroom for Memphis. The Mississippi River and Memphis proximity are the main strategic assets. Without the casino and the Memphis connection, there's very little here.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the median income in Crittenden, Arkansas?
$94k median
What's the typical marriage age for women in Crittenden, Arkansas?
Women marry at 30
How common is a college degree in Crittenden, Arkansas?
40% men have degree
What's the average male height in Crittenden, Arkansas?
177 cm local avg
What's the average BMI for women in Crittenden, Arkansas?
Local women avg 30.0