Helena West Helena City Property Records in Arkansas

Helena-West Helena is the county seat of Phillips County, Arkansas, formed by the merger of two cities on the Mississippi River. Its property records are kept by the county. The Phillips County Assessor's Office provides parcel, ownership, and valuation information, and the Phillips County Collector's Office handles property-tax bills and payments. The Phillips County Circuit Clerk serves as recorder and keeps deeds, mortgages, liens, and plats. Title disputes and foreclosures are heard in the Phillips County Circuit Court. Permits, zoning, and municipal records can be requested from the City of Helena-West Helena.

Avg. Household Income
Avg. Household Income:
$32,466
Avg. Home Price
Avg. Home Price:
$72,300
Avg. Property Tax Amount
Avg. Property Tax Amount:
$540
Avg. Property Tax
Avg. Property Tax:
0.75%
Median Gross Rent
Median Gross Rent:
$774 / mo
Owner Occupied Housing Rate
Owner Occupied Housing Rate:
46%
Population
Population:
9,218

Helena West Helena Property and Community Statistics

What Are the Crime Rates

This section covers reported crime in Helena-West Helena, grouped into violent crimes and property crimes. It shows the counts reported for each category, so it reflects what was reported rather than every incident that occurred.

Violent crime counts include 8 murders, 4 robberies, and 113 assaults. Property crime counts include 289 total property crimes, with 110 burglaries and 36 motor vehicle thefts reported.

These figures let readers see which types of reported crime appear in Helena-West Helena and how the violent and property categories compare. Counts like these describe reported incidents only and do not show how often an individual resident may be affected.

Robberies
Robberies:
4
Burglary
Burglary:
110
Murder
Murder:
8
Auto Theft
Auto Theft:
36
Theft
Theft:
143
Assault
Assault:
113
Sex Offenders
Sex Offenders:
12

What Is the Population Profile of Helena West Helena

Helena-West Helena's population is largely Black, at 73% (6,771 residents), followed by White residents at 20% (1,848) and Hispanic residents at 3% (235). Smaller groups include residents of two or more races at 2% (187), Asian residents at 2% (149), and Other Race at 0.30% (28). The American Indian and Pacific Islander categories are each recorded at 0% (0).

Black
73%
6,771
White
20%
1,848
Hispanic
3%
235
Asian
2%
149
Two + Races
2%
187
Other Race
0.30%
28
American Indian
0%
0
Pacific Islander
0%
0

Helena West Helena, Ratings Compared Across Arkansas C-

The ratings cover different aspects of life in Helena-West Helena. The highest-rated categories are Cost of Living (A), Commute (B+), and Diversity (B+). Other notable ratings include Public Schools (C-), Housing (C), Walkability (C), and Jobs (D-). The ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories.

Public Schools
Public Schools
C-
Cost of Living
Cost of Living
A
Health & Fitness
Health & Fitness
C-
Outdoor Activities
Outdoor Activities
C
Nightlife
Nightlife
C
Weather
Weather
B
Commute
Commute
B+
Access to Bars
Access to Bars
C
Access to Coffee Shops
Access to Coffee Shops
C+
Access to Outdoor Activities
Access to Outdoor Activities
C
Access to Parks
Access to Parks
C
Access to Restaurants
Access to Restaurants
C+
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
N/G
Diversity
Diversity
B+
Good for Families
Good for Families
C-
Good for Retirees
Good for Retirees
B
Good for Young Professionals
Good for Young Professionals
C
Housing
Housing
C
Jobs
Jobs
D-
Walkability
Walkability
C

How Educated Is Helena West Helena

Helena-West Helena's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including High School (32%), Below High School (18%), and Some College (17%). The data also includes Associate Degree (14%), Bachelor Degree (10%), Masters Degree (3%), and Doctorate (0.68%).

High School
32%
Below High School
18%
Some College
17%
Associate Degree
14%
Bachelor Degree
10%
Masters Degree
3%
Doctorate
0.68%

When Were Homes Built

Helena-West Helena's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. The largest share was built during 1960 - 1979 (55%), followed by 1980 - 1999 (24%) and 1940 - 1959 (10%). The data also includes Before 1939 (7%) and 2000 - Present (4%).

1960 - 1979
55%
1980 - 1999
24%
1940 - 1959
10%
Before 1939
7%
2000 - Present
4%

How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?

Helena-West Helena's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. The largest share has 3 Bedrooms (55%), followed by 2 Bedrooms (24%) and 4 Bedrooms (10%). The data also includes 1 Bedroom (10%), 5 or More Bedrooms (1%), and No Bedrooms (0.51%).

3 Bedrooms
55%
2 Bedrooms
24%
1 Bedroom
10%
4 Bedrooms
10%
5 or More Bedrooms
1%
No Bedrooms
0.51%

What Is the Average Age

Helena-West Helena's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 65 Plus (19%), 10 - 17 (15%), and Under 10 (13%). The data also includes 55 - 64 (13%), 35 - 44 (12%), 25 - 34 (11%), 45 - 54 (10%), and 18 - 24 (6%).

65 Plus
19%
10 - 17
15%
Under 10
13%
55 - 64
13%
35 - 44
12%
25 - 34
11%
45 - 54
10%
18 - 24
6%

Property Market Trends at Helena West Helena

Helena West Helena's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $72,300. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $774 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Helena West Helena's dynamic real estate landscape.

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