Sweet Home, AR is a small town located in western Arkansas. According to BestPlaces rankings the town has an overall score of 7.2 out of 10 across all categories including cost of living, crime rate, education level, and weather. Sweet Home has a low unemployment rate at 4.1% which is below the national average of 6.7%. The cost of living in Sweet Home is 8% lower than the national average and the median home price is $125,000. The crime rate is 16% lower than the national average making it one of the safest communities in Arkansas. Furthermore, Sweet Home has access to high quality education due to its close proximity to several well-regarded universities nearby. With its moderate climate and low living costs, Sweet Home offers residents an attractive combination of affordability and quality of life that makes it an ideal place to call home.
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