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ECONOMIC INDICATORS |
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COST OF LIVING
According to figures tabulated by ACCRA (American Chambers of Commerce Research Association), Arkansas had the lowest cost of living (2002, fourth quarter) in the United States of 45 participating surveyed states and the District of Columbia. Arkansas’ composite rank of 89.5 was taken from figures for groceries (90.2), health care (86.7) housing (80.2), transportation (93.4), utilities (93.9) and miscellaneous (95.4). Index statistics are not available individually for Eureka Springs, but by looking at numbers for the closest MSA to the community in Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers for the same time frame, the cost of living is still lower at 91.9 than many entire states, and considerably lower than the national average of 100. For the same time frame, the highest cost of living in the state of Arkansas is in Little Rock-North Little Rock MSA, with 95.1, and the lowest is in the Fort Smith area with 84.4.
CRIME INDEX
Eureka Springs has a very low crime rate of 14 compared to the national average of 100. Overall, Arkansas had a 10.5percent drop in violent crime from 2001 to 2002, and a 4.3 percent drop in property crime. Total arrests were down by 14.3 percent. A major contributor to the security Eureka Springs enjoys is the ten dedicated law enforcement officers of the Eureka Springs Police Department, who not only respond to calls, but also work with the community in youth and anti-crime programs.
GROSS STATE PRODUCT
The total Arkansas Gross State Product for 2001 was 63,701 (representing millions of chained 1996 dollars), a definite increase from the 1991 figure of 46,172. Private industries comprised the largest portion, with 56,073, compared to 39,711 in 1991. Manufacturing was next, with 13,320; Services were 9,571; this category includes hotels and lodging, business services, and amusement and recreation; retail trade was 8,279. GSP is the value added in production by the labor and property located in a state. GSP for a state is derived as the sum of the GSP originating in all industries in the state. Real GSP is simply the GSP data modified to reflect price changes. All data are from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis and refer to real GSP (i.e. nominal GSP deflated by a chained price index with 1996 = 100). Gross state product is similar to the concept of state gross domestic product on the income side except that it does not incorporate income and compensation paid to military and government personnel stationed outside the country.
INCOME AND WAGES
Data for Eureka Springs is set with data from Carroll County as well as surrounding counties and the state of Arkansas for comparison. Source data is from the 2000 Census. |
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Carroll |
Benton |
Boone |
Arkansas |
| Median income |
$22,547 |
$27,924 |
$40,281 |
$29,998 |
$32,182 |
| The median household income in the United States is $41,994 |
Per Capita: |
$18,439
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$16,003
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$19,377
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$19,175
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$16,904
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| Male workers, year-round, full-time: |
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$27,188 |
$21,896 |
$30,327 |
$27,114 |
$29,784 |
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| Female workers, year-round, full-time: |
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$17,161 |
$18,159 |
$22,469 |
$19,229 |
$21,270 |
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| Families below poverty level:
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4.4% |
11% |
7.3% |
10.7% |
12% |
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INFLATION
The laspring figures from the Bureau of Labor Statistics for October, 2003, shows that the Consumer Price Index for South-1 declined 0.1 percent to a level of 178.1. Lower transportation costs accounted for most of the decline. Energy costs are on the decline, while food rose 3.2 percent. Excluding food and energy, the index increased 1.1 percent since October 2002. The South-1 area measured by the CPI includes Arkansas, Alabama, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia and West Virginia.
LOCAL, REGIONAL AND STATE UNEMPLOYMENT
2000 Statistics
- 4.3 percent, Eureka Springs;
- 4.5 percent, Carroll County;
- 2.1 percent, Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers;
- 4.4 percent, state of Arkansas.
Although city and county percentages have yet been released for 2002, the Bureau of Economic Analysis states that Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers MSA rose to 2.4 percent, and the unemployment rate for Arkansas was 5.4 percent. |
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POPULATION |
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Carroll |
Benton |
Boone |
Arkansas |
| Total: |
2,278 |
25,357 |
153,406 |
33,948 |
2,673,400 |
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| Median age: |
46.3 |
39.4 |
35.3 |
38.9 |
36 |
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| 18 and over: |
82.8% |
76% |
73.4% |
76.1% |
74.6% |
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Eureka Springs is 55 percent female, and 45 percent male. The largest age group is 45 to 54 years, which accounts for 19.9 percent of the population. Second most populous group was age 35-44, with 14.2 percent. Eureka Springs still has some distance to go for ethnic diversity: 93.9 of the population is white, although that number may change with the next census, due to the growing Hispanic community. In the 2000 census, only 4 percent of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
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AVERAGE EUREKAN:
- 46 years old, white, with English, Irish or German heritage.
- member of a family household (either part of a married couple or with children) with only one or two other people.
- Holds at least a high school diploma.
- Works two seasonal tourism jobs.
- Involved in community affairs and charities.
- Is well-read and informed on current events.
- Has a median household income of $25,547 a year.
- Was not born in Eureka Springs, but has lived here at least five years.
- Has likely moved in the last five years.
- Owns a 2-bedroom house with a total of five rooms, heated with utility gas. Home is valued at $96,800, and was built before 1939. Has 15 percent or less costs associated with home (mortgage, bills, etc.)
- If renting a home, has 35 percent or more of household income going toward rent costs.
- Has one auto, drives to work. Has commute of 11.6 minutes.
AVERAGE CARROLL COUNTIAN:
- 39 years old, white, with English, Irish or German heritage.
- Is married and a member of a family household.
- Has a median household income of $27,924 per year.
- Holds a high school diploma.
- Has lived in the same house since at least 1995.
- Owns a five-room house built from 1970-1989, valued at $83,900. Has less than 15 percent costs associated with home. Heats their home with utility gas.
- If renting a home, has 35 percent or more of household income going toward rent costs.
- Has two autos, drives to work. Has commute of 19.7 minutes.
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WORKFORCE
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Carroll |
Benton |
Boone |
Arkansas |
| Population age 16 and over: |
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1,949 |
19,991 |
116,881 |
26,819 |
2,072,068 |
| Workers age 16 and over: |
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1,270 |
12,406 |
74,545 |
15,982 |
1,255,828 |
| Percentage of population employed: |
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60.9% |
58.7% |
61.6% |
56.6% |
56.658.7% |
| Percentage of workers unemployeed: |
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4.3% |
3.4% |
2.1% |
3% |
3.7% |
| Female workers age 16 and over: |
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676 |
5,859 |
33,801 |
14,044 |
585,708 |
| All parents in family in workforce: |
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59.6% |
56.9% |
57.4% |
65.5% |
60.1% |
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Carroll |
Benton |
Boone |
Arkansas |
| Percentage of employed work force in management, professional or related occupations: |
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38.8% |
25.8% |
29.7% |
24.4% |
27.7% |
| In service occupations: |
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24.1% |
16.9% |
12.3% |
13.2% |
14.1% |
| In sales of office work: |
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22.2% |
20.7% |
27% |
29.1% |
25.1% |
| In production, transportation and material moving: |
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7.4% |
24.1% |
20.2% |
21.5% |
21% |
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Carroll |
Benton |
Boone |
Arkansas |
| Percentage of workforce in arts, entertainment, recreation, accommodation and food services: |
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37.7% |
12% |
5.4% |
8.3% |
6.3% |
| In manufacturing: |
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5.1% |
26.1% |
20.4% |
16.9% |
19.4% |
| In retail trade: |
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13.3% |
12.9% |
22.4% |
14.3% |
13% |
| Self-employed workers in non-incorporated businesses: |
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14.8% |
13% |
7.8% |
15.3% |
7.8% |
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HOUSING
The average cost of a new home in the Carroll County area is $65-75 per square foot, or $128,000-150,000 for a 2,000 sq. ft. home. As of the 2000 Census, the average home in Arkansas was worth $72,800; in Carroll County, $83,900; and in Eureka Springs, $96,800. The higher value of homes in Eureka Springs corresponds to the high number of historic homes (35.5 percent) that were built before 1939. |
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Carroll |
Benton |
Boone |
Arkansas |
| Total housing units: |
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1,306 |
11,828 |
64,281 |
15,426 |
1,176,043 |
| Occupied housing units: |
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1,123 |
10,189 |
58,212 |
13,851 |
1,042,696 |
| Median rooms: |
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4.9 |
5.1 |
5.3 |
5.2 |
5.1 |
| Specificed owner-occupied units: |
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546 |
4,131 |
33,120 |
6,591 |
513,483 |
| Specified renter-occupied units: |
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419 |
2,515 |
15,524 |
3,503 |
310,291 |
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Carroll |
Benton |
Boone |
Arkansas |
| House heating fuel: |
| Utility gas |
75.5% |
35% |
52% |
36.5% |
48.6% |
| Bottled, tank or LP gas |
3.2% |
25.6%
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14.9% |
20.8% |
13.5% |
| Electricty |
19.1% |
28% |
28.5% |
31.4% |
32.7% |
| Median mortgage and other owner costs: |
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$661 |
$687 |
$827 |
$681 |
$737 |
| Selected monthly owner costs as percentage: |
| Less than 15% |
35.9% |
41.5% |
43.2% |
43.8% |
45.3% |
| 15% to 19% |
9.3% |
13.6% |
19% |
17.5% |
17.3% |
| 20% to 24% |
16.3% |
10.9% |
12.9% |
12.5% |
11.7% |
| 25% to 29% |
9.3% |
8.3% |
8% |
6.7% |
7.3% |
| 30% to 34% |
5.3% |
6.7% |
4.9% |
4.4% |
4.5% |
| 35% or more |
21.2% |
17.3% |
11.5% |
14.4% |
12.7% |
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| Median rent costs: |
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$427 |
$433 |
$528 |
$414 |
$453 |
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| Less than 15% |
13.4% |
21.7% |
22.8% |
18.5% |
19.4% |
| 15% to 19% |
11.5% |
12.2% |
17.1% |
12.7% |
13.7% |
| 20% to 24% |
8.6% |
9.4% |
13.5% |
11% |
11.4% |
| 25% to 29% |
11% |
10.4% |
10.2% |
8% |
9% |
| 30% to 34% |
10.7% |
8% |
6.4% |
6.5% |
6.3% |
| 35% or more |
28.9% |
24.3% |
22.4% |
29.1% |
26.7% |
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| Assets: |
- A thriving, active artistic community;
- breathtaking natural beauty in all seasons;
- unique town personality that values independent thinking;
- entire Historic Downtown is listed on the National Register of Historic Places;
- dozens of retail businesses provide a good shopping experience for visitors;
- numerous museums and attractions for almost any taste located within the city limits or a ten-minute drive;
- close proximity to the Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, the sixth fasspring growing MSA in the U.S. and home to corporate heavyweights such as Wal-Mart, Tyson’s Foods and J.B. Hunt;
- plentiful outdoor recreation a few minutes drive in any direction at Lake Leatherwood City Park, Beaver Lake, Table Rock Lake, White River, Kings River and Madison County Wildlife Management Area;
- within a day’s drive of population centers like Dallas, TX, Tulsa, OK, Oklahoma City, OK, Memphis, TN, Kansas City,MO, St. Louis,MO, Wichita, KS;
- friendly, small-town atmosphere;
- growing recognition of the Auditorium as a concert/entertainment venue;
- no impact fees for manufacturing or industrial use;
- no county-wide zoning outside city limits;
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| Challenges: |
- steep hills and valleys prevent much flat space for large-scale construction or manufacturing;
- only access to town is via two-lane highways (62 & 23) which restrict traffic flow and cannot be easily expanded;
- limited transportation options—closest bus, rail or air is in Fayetteville MSA;
- town and outlying areas has no broadband or widespread wi-fi internet service;
- economy relies mostly on tourism, which is not a profitable year-round industry;
- lack of affordable housing for residents;
- lack of basic services and non-tourist recreation, such as furniture stores, regular clothing stores; movie theaters, arcades;
- no centralized information resources for the underprivileged;
- lack of bilingual services for the growing Hispanic population;
- little employment available in the winter months;
- wastewater treatment system will soon require space for expansion.
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| Building or Renovating in the Historic District: |
Historical District Commission
Eureka Springs Historic District covers approximately two square miles, and contains both commercial and residential districts. The Historic District was placed on the National Register of Historic Places in December, 1970. The Eureka Springs Historic District Commission (HDC) was established to preserve and protect the historic authenticity and appearance of the district; the design guidelines put forth by the Commission apply to the exterior of buildings and structures, as well as stone retaining walls and sidewalks. The design guidelines emphasize preservation over renovation whenever possible; each structure and its site is seen as a record of its time and place in history. A building permit is required for any construction, demolition or modification to the exterior of the structure or property. That permit cannot be issued until the HDC has reviewed the proposed design changes and approved a Certificate of Appropriateness (COA).
Certificate of Appropriateness
There are three different levels of projects that require a COA:
Level I: Maintenance to existing structures, such as roofing repair, painting, and other repair of buildings or features, from walls and fences to paving and foundations.
Level II: Projects with medium impact to the building or property, with changes that do not increase or decrease the shape, contour or size of the building and its features. Level II projects include changes to doors and windows, porches, sidewalks and driveways, fences, exterior lighting, roof penetrations such as skylights, chimneys or vents, or restoring missing building trim. Also included in this category is re-roofing with materials other than the original used on the structure, and changes to permanent landscape fixtures.
Level III: Projects with major impact to the building or property, including changing the size or volume of a building, altering the contour or roofline, or changing the footprint. Anything that changes the architectural style of the structure, from adding or deleting stories to placement of doors, windows and dormers. Also included in this category is the demolition of a structure. The entire Commission must approve a Level III COA and some instances of Level II. |
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- History of Eureka Springs
- Our communities
- Climate/weather
- Basic population
- Government/city services
- Government/county services
- Cost of living
- Taxes
- Child care and education
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- Retirement
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- Arts and recreation
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Where is Eureka Springs?
Located in the northwest corner of Arkansas, Eureka Springs is nestled amid the hills and valleys of the Ozark Mountains, just nine miles from the Missouri state line. The town itself lies at the headwaters of Leatherwood Creek, a tributary of the White River, and is in the western district of Carroll County. Eureka Springs is approximately 1400 feet above sea level. Although Berryville ( Eureka’s closest neighbor and a mere ten miles away) is the county seat, both communities have courthouses.
How did it start?
As the name indicates, Eureka Springs was formed because of natural spring in the area. Legends from Native Americans had often marked this area as a sacred spot because of the cold, healing spring. In 1858, Dr. Alvah Jackson was on a hunting trip with his sons, one of who had an eye ailment. Dr. Jackson told his son to bathe the eye in the waters of Basin Spring, and his son’s condition improved in the following days. The doctor deemed the legends of healing waters true, and word began to spread as he bottled and sold the water as a medicinal aid for eye ailments.
By 1879, several hundred new residents seeking better health clustered around Basin Spring, and on July 4 of that year, they officially formed the town and named it Eureka Springs. The name was derived from the Greek word, ‘ Eureka!’ meaning, ‘I have found it. The name reflected the settlers’ enthusiasm for this small oasis, and foreshadowed its success as a Victorian health spa. By the 1880s, the handful of initial townsfolk had grown to a bustling city of 10,000, and Eureka Springs had posh hotels, bathhouses and railroad service. When the popular belief in healing spring subsided in the early part of the 20 th century, Eureka Springs slid from its glory days as a top health resort, losing much of its massive population boom.
Although some of the Victorian boarding houses and buildings remained, many were torn down so the materials could be used elsewhere. Fortunately, the downtown area and its stunning limestone structures remained mostly intact. In the years following the Great Depression, Eureka Springs slowly began to regain steam as a tourism destination once more as artists and nature lovers discovered the ‘secret’ getaway. But the town’s reputation as an eclectic, historic destination took off in the 1970s and 80s, as the downtown area was placed on the National Register of Historic Places, and new homeowners began in earnest to preserve the unique architecture while opening bed and breakfasts, cottages, shops and restaurants.
Our communities:
Individuality and choice has always been important to Eurekans. That’s why people end up moving here, because they can choose the way they want to live. There are three different and distinct types of geographic lifestyle in the greater Eureka Springs area, depending on the amount of social interaction and atmosphere residents desire.
In-town/urban:
Urban living has a far different meaning in Eureka Springs than in, say, Chicago. But still, some folks like to live close to the action, and that’s what living in town gives you. Restaurants, festivals, shopping: it’s all within just five minutes. If you live in the downtown area, a brisk walk will get you cafes, restaurants and entertainment. For those who love to be around other people and stay in the middle of the excitement, living in town may be their best bet.
Secluded country living:
Quiet country mornings, beautiful vistas. Living out in the country surrounding Eureka brings peace of mind and space to think. There are several small communities in the area, from Busch, Grassy Knob and Inspiration Point to Beaver and Trigger Gap. Choose an area with a few neighbors, or pick the perfect spot away from everyone; it’s your choice. Nature lovers will find their heart’s desire in the country; build your dream home just a few minutes from a creek, river or lake and enjoy a fisherman’s paradise, or nestle down in a wooded valley and your mornings will fill with birdsong instead of car horns. The sounds of town—and the traffic—are far away, but you’re still just 15-20 minutes from the heart of downtown Eureka.
Holiday Island:
Holiday Island has a lot to offer, and is a good mix of the first two categories. Since Holiday Island is a planned community, residents can feel safe while having the conveniences of a connected water and sewer system. Neighborhoods run from friendly and busy to sparse and quiet. The area also has its own small shopping complex, with a grocery store, hardware store, sheriff’s substation and retail shops. (link to Retirement)
Climate:
Eureka Springs has a mild climate during all seasons. Temperatures average 38 degrees in winter; 58 degrees in spring; 76 degrees in summer and 60 degrees in fall. Depending on weather patterns, temperatures can drop as low as 25 degrees in winter, or rise to 90 degrees in summer. Snowfall averages 3 to 4 inches per storm system, usually in January and February, and melts quickly within a matter of days. Eureka’s weather averages 60 percent sunshine throughout the year.
Population:
As recorded by the 2000 census, the city of Eureka Springs is 2,278. This does not include outlying areas of Holiday Island, Hillspeak or Busch. Carroll County population is 25,357. For more details about the population of the state, region, and city, see Population Statistics.
Government/city services:
Eureka Springs is a Class I city with a Mayor-Alderman form of government, which oversees a multi-million dollar budget. Mayoral elections are held every four years, with each alderman elected to a two-year term.
Police/Fire:
The Eureka Springs Police Department (479.253.8666) does much more than keep the peace: they oversee smooth traffic flow during festivals and parades, are involved in school programs, and, like everyone else living in a tourism-based community, they provide on-the-spot visitor information to those lost on Eureka’s curvy streets. The Police Department has ten officers and seven patrol cars. Updated, enhanced 911 service will soon be available to the police, courtesy of custom maps and information provided by the Eureka Springs High School EAST lab. The new 911 maps will offer shortcuts past busy areas, updated street names, and directions.
The Eureka Springs Fire Department (479.253.9616) provides quality protection for area residents with 25 personnel; various personnel are trained as paramedics and EMTs. Together with the Holiday Island Fire Department, the units have rescue teams trained for water, high angle and search. The department also has two brush trucks, one ladder truck and a tanker. Within the city limits, the fire rating is class five.
Government/county services:
Carroll County government offices are operated by a group of officials with defined duties who stand for election every two years. The county's law-making body, the quorum court, is also comprised of elected members who represent specific areas of the county.
County-wide police protection is provided by the Carroll County Sheriff’s Department (870.423.2901) with a staff of 39. The Sheriff’s Dept. also has a substation located in Holiday Island
Cost of living:
According to information gathered by ACCRA representing the fourth quarter of 2002, Arkansas ranked #1 with the lowest cost of living in the nation. For details, see Economic Indicators.
Taxes:
Arkansas has the lowest tax bill in the country, ranking 50 th in per capita taxes. In a table of total tax revenues from Retirement Places Rated (calculated as of 1996), Arkansas achieves that rank with a total per capita take of $3,731. A quick comparison to neighboring states: $4,600 in Louisiana, $4,058 in Mississippi, $3,894 in Missouri, $4,062 in Oklahoma, and $4,600 in Tennessee. Arkansas is attractive to retirees because Social Security is exempt from taxation, and other pensions from private and government sources have the first $6,000 tax-exempt.
Capitol Gains
Arkansas has adopted federal law concerning capital gains. Thirty percent (30%) of capital gains is excluded from income with the remaining seventy percent (70%) being treated as regular income. Be aware that the tax rate is applicable to each income bracket and is cumulative.
Estate Tax
Estates of deceased persons are taxed based on the Federal Estate Tax Law. The Arkansas tax equals the credit allowed for State Death Taxes on the Federal Estate Tax return. Since the Arkansas tax is completely offset, there is no additional tax due.
Personal and Property Tax
Local county tax assessors and collectors calculate and collect all personal and real property taxes. Revenue derived from personal property taxes supports your local government agencies. Personal property must be assessed each year before May 31. Any personal property taxes assessed after the deadline will include a monetary penalty determined by the respective county. These taxes are due on or before October 10 of the following year. Assessment is twenty percent (20%) applied to the "true market value" of real (real estate) property and to the usual selling price of personal property (vehicles, boats, etc.). The tax due is calculated as the assessed value times the local millage rate. Agricultural and forest lands, however, are assessed at "use" value rather than true market value of real property. Merchants' stocks and manufacturers' are assessed at "annual average value."
Sales Tax
Arkansas sales tax is currently 7.875 percent; Eureka Springs has a 2 percent tax on restaurants and gift shops, bringing the Eureka total sales tax to 9.875 percent, and lodging facilities have an 11.875 percent tax, which includes a 2 percent tax from Arkansas on state tourism.
Retirement:
Although Eureka Springs is a popular area for retirement, many retirees choose the planned community of Holiday Island (link: www.holidayisland.com), located five miles north of Eureka Springs. Holiday Island has 5,000 separate lots, with 1,250 permanent buildings to date. Each lot is connected to a central sewer and water system. The water system source is not from bordering Table Rock Lake, but from deep wells drilled into the underground water table. The current population of Holiday Island is 2,500; the community at capacity would be 10,000.
Most homes in the community range in price from $100,000 to $150,000 for a 1,500 sq.ft. to 2,000 sq.ft. home, which is comparable to home costs elsewhere in the county. The community also has an area set aside for mobile homes. Since Holiday Island is a private community, access to the recreational facilities such as the golf courses and swimming pool is for property owners and guests only. For police protection, Holiday Island has a contract with the Carroll County Sheriff’s Department for two full-time deputies placed in the community; three fire stations in the community provide fire protection, and a 200-member neighborhood watch adds an extra dimension of safety.
In a survey conducted in the 1990s of retirees in Eureka Springs and Holiday Island, the following was noted about the area:
96.9% are happy with the area as a retirement choice.
96.8% stated that the clean air and natural beauty influenced their decision to retire here.
91.2% are satisfied with the cost and availability of financial services.
80.5% said that the people are friendlier in the Ozarks.
74.4% stated that they felt more secure from crime here.
54.2% were attracted by the lower cost of living,
55.4% were attracted by lower taxes.
58% were influenced by the lower cost of housing.
Health & Wellness:
Hospitals
Eureka Springs Hospital (479.253.7406) is a city-owned and operated facility with 22 beds and services including: emergency room care, occupational therapy, respiratory therapy, home health and hospice care. The staff includes 4 doctors on active staff, and 24 on total staff; 12 Registered Nurses; the total staff, including part-time and full-time, is 90.
Mercy St. John’s Carroll Regional Medical Center (800.827.3355)
This 50 bed, not-for-profit, acute care facility has more than 240 employees and operates as the dominant provider of health care in Carroll County and Northwest Arkansas. The center’s service area includes Northwest Arkansas and Southwest Missouri.
St. John’s Medical Center at Holiday Island (479.363.9174)
The facility is 3 years old; staff includes one family practitioner, one LPN and two visiting specialists. Although the center handles approximately 400 patients a month from the Holiday Island and Eureka Springs area, they are not at maximum capacity.
Washington Regional Medical Center
With a new location near I-540 in Fayetteville, this 233-bed not-for-profit facility still has room to expand.
Assisted Living and Independent Living Facilities
Eureka Springs Nursing and Rehabilitation Center (479.253.7038)
An extended care 100-bed facility with nursing and therapy services. Medicare and Medicaid approved.
Green Acre Lodge (479.253.6553)
This residential care facility provides assisted living for up to ten older adults and is licensed by the Arkansas Office of Long Term Care. No entrance fees or long-term commitments are required; home health services and 24 hour emergency assistance is provided.
Ridgeview Residential & Assisted Care Center (479.253.2400)
Licensed for 17 beds, current status is 10 residents, Medicaid approved; honor veterans benefits, provide three meals a day, with snacks, sleeping quarters with bathrooms, assist with personal care, housekeeping and laundry. Both independent and assisted.
Peachtree Village Retirement Community (479.253.9933/866.850.8000)
Peachtree is an complex for independent and assisted retirement living; 50 apartments, on-site cafeteria, activities and transportation. Primary building on lease basis; patio homes purchased, two built, two occupied, have a waiting list.
Medical Clinics
Eureka Springs Medical Center (479.253.9746)
Located in their new facility on Passion Play Road, the clinic has an on-site pharmacy, x-ray services, lab services and physical therapy.
Eureka Springs Walk-in Clinic (479.363.0100)
The walk-in clinic opened November 2002, and has five staff members, including one physician and two Registered Nurses. Appointments are not necessary to see the doctor, and office hours are set for the afternoon and evening; the facility is also open on Saturdays.
Alternative/Preventative Health Care
The combination of Eureka’s past as a healing center in the 19 th century; its diverse, creative residents who often prefer alternative medicine and therapies, and the marketing of Eureka Springs as a modern spa retreat gives the community a wide range of alternative care outlets, from spa treatments such as massage, aromatherapy, steam baths and facials to the more in-depth practices of acupuncture, reiki, reflexology, deep-tissue massage and electro-therapy. More than 20 different businesses offer these services locally.
Mental Health Counselors
Ozark Guidance Center (479.253.5665) |
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Arts and Recreation:
Art
Since the 1930s, Eureka Springs has been a magnet for artists of visual, performance and literary skills. The entire month of May is celebrated as the May Festival of the Arts, with many activities aimed at locals and visitors alike, such as the Outrageous Arts Parade, Gallery Walks and White Street Walk, which features several artists opening their studio doors along White Street for public viewing.
Several organizations exist in the area solely to support, encourage and enhance the arts, through participation in workshops and seminars, and appreciation through gallery receptions and showings.
These organizations include: |
- Eureka Springs School of the Arts-Offers classes in arts and crafts for emerging and professional artists (www.esartschool.com)
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