Many families choose to live in Northwest Arkansas because it's such a great place to live, work, and play. In fact, U.S. News and World Report has named our region as one of the top five best places to live in America for several years in a row. Area schools are nationally recognized for top-performing students, and this is also home to multiple Fortune 500 businesses.
Some of the area's largest employers include Tyson Foods, J.B. Hunt Transportation Services, the University of Arkansas, and the Walmart home office. There are also several medical facilities in the area, including Arkansas Children's Northwest, the region's only pediatric hospital. And, access to most major cities is a breeze, thanks to the Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA).
Northwest Arkansas has the most extensive collection of American art at Crystal Bridges Museum, world-renown biking destinations such as Slaughter Pen Trail, award-winning chefs at restaurants like The Hive and Pressroom, and plenty of entertainment options at Top Golf, Walmart AMP, and Arvest Ballpark. Without a doubt, there's always something fun and interesting to enjoy here at home!
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