Glenwood, AR is a small city located in the Ouachita Mountains of Arkansas. It has a population of about 1,500 people and an average elevation of 806 feet. The city has been ranked highly for its low cost of living, affordability, and overall quality of life. According to BestPlaces, Glenwood has an overall ranking of 68 out of 100 in terms of livability. This score takes into account factors such as housing costs, tax rates, healthcare access, education levels, crime rates and air quality. Glenwood also ranks very high when it comes to amenities per capita with a score of 73 out of 100. This means that residents have access to various recreational activities for entertainment such as golf courses, swimming pools and movie theaters. In addition, the city is home to several large employers such as Tyson Foods and Walmart which makes job opportunities available to residents. All these factors make Glenwood an attractive town for people looking for a place to settle down or raise a family.
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