Arkansas The Natural State

The effective state property tax rate is 0.52%.

Social Security, VA benefits, and military retirement income are not taxed. There are no state inheritance or estate taxes.

The Natural State is an ideal location for those looking to get out and explore. The Ozark and Ouachita mountain ranges have created a landscape filled with dramatic bluffs, winding rivers, and dense forests ripe with raw beauty. Kayak on the Buffalo National River, delve into the Blanchard Springs Caverns, or take in the sweeping views at Hawksbill Crag or Whitaker Point.

Fayetteville, tucked in the northwest corner of the state and home to the University of Arkansas, is filled with cultural and artistic attractions and diverse culinary offerings. Little Rock, the state capital, has a small-city feel and is surrounded by several very attractive suburbs.

Arkansas has six national and 50 state parks, 2.5 million acres of national forests, and 10 national and state scenic byways, plus 600,000 acres of lakes, more than 9,500 miles of streams and rivers, and America’s only active diamond mine.

Native Americans discovered the 47 springs that flow from Hot Springs Mountain at a rate of one million gallons per day and an average temperature of 143º F. In 1832, President Andrew Jackson designated the area as a “federal reservation,” effectively making it America’s first national park.

Arkansas is the leading producer of rice in the United States, growing nearly 50% of the nation’s supply and contributing about $6 billion annually to the state’s economy.

Climate

As with other Southern states, Arkansas has humid, hot summers and mild, short winters. Lake communities offer the perfect respite from the heat.

Relocate to Arkansas, an exciting place to live life your way. From nature’s scenic wonders to stunning contemporary art museums, you’ll marvel at the beauty you find here – not to mention the friendly neighbors and incredible food. Our mild climate means you can enjoy relaxing outdoors almost year-round, and our wide-open spaces and low population density leave plenty of room to stretch your legs away from crowds. Residents here enjoy the fourth lowest cost of living in the U.S. according to CNBC in 2021, which means you’ll have more in your budget to spend on doing the things you enjoy.

If outdoor adventure is your passion, then you’re really in luck. From world-class trout fishing to internationally recognized cycling trails, The Natural State is full of surprises that will keep you searching for more. Enjoy hiking, golfing, hunting, horseback riding, wildlife watching and almost any other outdoor activity you can imagine at 52 scenic state parks conveniently located all over Arkansas.

Enjoy city life? You’ll find plenty of that too. Several vibrant downtown areas offer top-notch dining, shopping, museums, music, farmers markets, cultural experiences and more. There’s a beautiful future waiting for you in The Natural State. Visit Arkansas.com/relocate to get inspired today.

“You’re just so close to nature. It’s as simple as walking out your front door and going for a walk down the street. At home, we sit on our deck and look at the Ouachita Mountains, and I still pinch myself that we’re actually doing that. People here are also just genuinely friendly. They go out of their way to make you feel at home.”

-Carolyn & Michael Nee, relocated from New Orleans to Arkansas

“I would tell people considering moving to Arkansas—just do it! There are 52 state parks. For a state so small geographically, that’s amazing. I love calling Arkansas home for the natural beauty of the state and the people.”

-Patty Baker, relocated from Dallas to Arkansas