Mena, AR


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Mena, AR

About Mena, AR

Living in Mena, AR is a unique experience. Situated in the Ouachita Mountains of West Central Arkansas, the city of Mena boasts beautiful scenery with plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy. It has all of the amenities of small-town life while still being close enough to larger cities like Fort Smith and Little Rock to offer entertainment and shopping options. The climate is mild throughout the year, with hot summers and cool winters, making it an ideal place for anyone who wants to enjoy all four seasons. The people are friendly, and there is a great sense of community within the city. All in all, Mena is a great place to live if you're looking for a peaceful town surrounded by nature.

Location Details

State: Arkansas
County: Polk County
Metro Area: No Metro Area
City: Mena
Zip Codes: 71953
Cost of Living: -28.8% lower

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Mena Cost of Living
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$154,700
-118.6% lower than avg
$43,750
-57.8% lower than avg
$790 /mo
Monthly rent (2br)
-81.0% lower than avg
Mena Crime
62.3 / 100
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low) to 100 (high). US average: 35.4
Minimum annual income
To live comfortably in Mena, Arkansas
$29,520
for a family
$24,000
for a single person
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No jobs, nothing to do for retirees, nothing to do for teens or children. If you are not connected to local families you will never be accepted. Before even considering  More

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I grew up in Mena, AR and left there when I joined the Marine Corps. I never used drugs, most of the guys were active in sports and there were NO TEENS pregnant at the  More

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I read with astonishment the only review of Mena Arkansas, and I must disaggree. I moved here in 2005 from crowded and congested Florida and have never regretted the  More

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