Location
West Memphis is located in Eastern Crittenden County, one of 75 counties in Arkansas. Its population ranks 14th in the State and is the largest city in Crittenden County.
| Government | Mayor/Council |
|---|---|
| Planning and Zoning: | Yes |
| Hospitals: | 1 |
| Hospital Beds: | 152 |
| Physicians and Surgeons: | 80 |
| Clinics: | 21 |
| Police Officers: | 88 |
| Police Equipment Units: | 43 |
| Elevation: | 212 feet above sea level |
West Memphis is in the Memphis, Tennessee, Metro Area, a DMA of more that 1 million people. Memphis is the nation’s 17th largest city, and offers residents of West Memphis easy access to world-class health facilities, cultural opportunities, and other amenities.
