Up-and-Coming Neighborhoods in Prairie Grove, AR

25 neighborhoods with growth potential — still affordable, increasingly walkable, and showing improving conditions. Ranked by affordability, walkability, employment, safety, and air quality.

Population: 7,1312026 Data

Up-and-Coming Neighborhoods in Prairie Grove, AR — Key Takeaways

Prairie Grove has 25 neighborhoods showing growth potential. The most affordable up-and-coming area is Pearcy CDP with a median home value of $54,000. The strongest job market is in Salem CDP with an unemployment rate of 1.0%.

Prairie Grove has a population of 7,131, a median household income of $56,541, an unemployment rate of 4.2%, and a poverty rate of 14.3%. The median home value citywide is $207,300, which is 26% below the national average of $281,900.

Data sourced from the US Census Bureau, FBI Crime Data Explorer, EPA AirNow, Walk Score, and FEMA. Last updated: March 2026.

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Top 3 Up-and-Coming Neighborhoods

Pearcy CDP

75/100

Up-and-Coming Score

$54,000

Unemp: 0.0%

Salado CDP

69/100

Up-and-Coming Score

$80,500

Unemp: 0.0%

Cincinnati CDP

62/100

Up-and-Coming Score

$91,300

Unemp: 2.1%

Complete Rankings — 25 Neighborhoods

Up-and-coming neighborhoods in Prairie Grove ranked by growth potential score, with median home value, walk score, unemployment rate, crime rate, and rent.
#	Neighborhood	Score	Median Home	Walk Score	Unemployment	Crime Rate	Rent
	Pearcy CDP	75	$54,000	—	0.0%	5.6 per 1K	N/A
	Salado CDP	69	$80,500	—	0.0%	5.6 per 1K	N/A
	Cincinnati CDP	62	$91,300	—	2.1%	5.6 per 1K	N/A
4	Sulphur Springs CDP	62	$110,700	—	0.0%	5.6 per 1K	$811
5	Kirby CDP	60	$101,100	—	2.2%	5.6 per 1K	N/A
6	West Crossett CDP	60	$92,900	—	2.9%	5.6 per 1K	N/A
7	Sardis CDP	60	$80,300	—	4.5%	5.6 per 1K	N/A
8	Genoa CDP	60	$121,800	—	0.0%	5.6 per 1K	$975
9	Roland CDP	59	N/A	—	4.4%	5.6 per 1K	N/A
10	El Paso CDP	58	$132,000	—	0.0%	5.6 per 1K	N/A
11	Midway CDP	57	$136,200	—	0.0%	5.6 per 1K	N/A
12	Tumbling Shoals CDP	56	$124,400	—	1.8%	5.6 per 1K	N/A
13	Landmark CDP	53	$113,800	—	4.5%	5.6 per 1K	$744
14	Desha CDP	47	$159,000	—	2.2%	5.6 per 1K	$655
15	Salem CDP	43	$189,800	—	1.0%	5.6 per 1K	$600
16	Ozark Acres CDP	42	$62,200	—	15.1%	5.6 per 1K	$850
17	Floyd CDP	41	$245,000	—	0.0%	5.6 per 1K	N/A
18	Natural Steps CDP	41	$396,000	—	0.0%	5.6 per 1K	N/A
19	Avilla CDP	41	$281,800	—	0.0%	5.6 per 1K	N/A
20	Lake Hamilton CDP	41	$364,000	—	0.0%	5.6 per 1K	$844
21	Vanndale CDP	38	$80,800	—	23.5%	5.6 per 1K	N/A
22	Gibson CDP	37	$148,200	—	8.2%	5.6 per 1K	$1,071
23	Magnet Cove CDP	32	$107,600	—	22.3%	5.6 per 1K	N/A
24	Prairie Creek CDP	26	$323,400	—	7.2%	5.6 per 1K	$765
25	Rockwell CDP	21	$256,900	—	9.6%	5.6 per 1K	$1,025

Rankings by Category

Top 5 up-and-coming neighborhoods in Prairie Grove for each growth-potential metric.

Most Affordable

Lowest median home value

1
Pearcy CDP
$54,000
2
Ozark Acres CDP
$62,200
3
Sardis CDP
$80,300
4
Salado CDP
$80,500
5
Vanndale CDP
$80,800

Lowest Unemployment

Lowest unemployment rate

Safest

Lowest violent crime rate

1
Pearcy CDP
5.6 per 1K
2
Salado CDP
5.6 per 1K
3
Cincinnati CDP
5.6 per 1K
4
Sulphur Springs CDP
5.6 per 1K
5
Kirby CDP
5.6 per 1K

Lowest Rent

Lowest median rent

Highest Income

Highest median household income

1
Natural Steps CDP
$150,530
2
Avilla CDP
$131,250
3
Prairie Creek CDP
$106,250
4
Kirby CDP
$83,828
5
Salem CDP
$83,426

Lowest Poverty

Lowest poverty rate

How We Identify Up-and-Coming Neighborhoods in Prairie Grove

Up-and-coming neighborhoods are identified using a Growth Potential Score that evaluates five weighted categories. These areas are still affordable relative to the city average but show strong fundamentals that suggest improving conditions and future appreciation.

Affordability vs City Average: 30% weight
Walkability & Transit: 25% weight
Job Market (Unemployment): 20% weight
Safety: 15% weight
Environment (Air Quality): 10% weight

Neighborhoods that are priced below the city median home value score higher on affordability. Walkability reflects the Walk Score, indicating access to amenities on foot. A low unemployment rate signals a strong local economy. Safety is measured by violent crime rates per 1,000 residents. Air quality uses the EPA Air Quality Index (AQI), where lower values indicate cleaner air.

Data Sources: US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR), EPA AirNow, Walk Score, Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), and FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer. All data is updated on a rolling basis as new government releases become available.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most up-and-coming neighborhoods in Prairie Grove?

The top up-and-coming neighborhoods in Prairie Grove are: Pearcy CDP, Salado CDP, Cincinnati CDP, Sulphur Springs CDP, Kirby CDP. These areas combine affordability, walkability, low unemployment, and improving conditions.

Which neighborhoods in Prairie Grove are still affordable but improving?

The most affordable up-and-coming neighborhood in Prairie Grove is Pearcy CDP with a median home value of $54,000. The national median is $281,900.

Is Prairie Grove a good place to buy property for appreciation?

Prairie Grove has a median home value of $207,300, which is below the national average, suggesting room for appreciation. There are 25 neighborhoods showing growth potential based on affordability, walkability, and economic indicators.

Which up-and-coming neighborhoods in Prairie Grove have the lowest unemployment?

Salem CDP has the lowest unemployment rate among up-and-coming neighborhoods in Prairie Grove at 1.0%. The national average is 3.7%.

What is the median household income in Prairie Grove?

The median household income in Prairie Grove, AR is $56,541. The national median is $74,580.

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