05/27/2026
When you combine low crime rates with great schools, outdoor recreation, strong job growth, and a thriving economy, it’s easy to see why so many people are choosing to call NWA home. ❤️
As a local Realtor, I hear from out-of-state buyers all the time who are looking for a safe place to raise a family, retire, or simply enjoy a better quality of life—and Northwest Arkansas continues to stand out.
Thinking about making a move to NWA? I’d love to help you explore the area and find the right community for you!
Bentonville and Rogers both landed in the top 100 safest mid-size cities in the nation, according to a new study from SmartAsset.
SmartAsset reviewed more than 300 cities with populations between 65,000 and 250,000, ranking them on natural disaster risk, traffic fatality data, and property and violent crime rates from multiple federal agencies.
Bentonville came in at No. 43, Rogers at No. 82, and Fayetteville at No. 158 out of more than 300 mid-size cities reviewed, making NWA one of the strongest performing regions in the entire study.
📸 The City of Rogers
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