Northwest Arkansas has long been a pillar of the American Dream. This is where history, charm, culture and innovation intersect to create a brilliant quality of life for a growing community of over 576,000 residents.
Home to Walmart corporate headquarters, Sam's Club, Tyson Foods, and J.B. Hunt Transportation Services, Fortune 500 companies have provided stable economic growth and cultivated strong community resources. Our small towns have grown into a major hub of science, technology, culture, and community activities.
Within the natural beauty of the Ozarks you will find vast recreation areas with over 28 miles of mountain biking trails, boating, hiking, and mountain climbing. Architectural masterpieces include The Thorncrown Chapel by E. Fay Jones, Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art by Moshe Safdie, and the Bachman-Wilson House by Frank Lloyd Wright.
Benton County has received top rank in Arkansas for new investment, GDP growth, real estate growth, and new federal funding. The region is projected to maintain one of the nation's fastest-growing economies.