Cost of Living in Arkansas
Cost of Living in Arkansas | Compared to National Average |
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Housing (Buy and Rent) | 21% lower |
Utilities (Monthly) | 2% lower |
Food | 6% lower |
Healthcare | 16% lower |
Transportation | 6% lower |
Goods & Services | 2% higher |
The cost of living in Arkansas is 8% lower than the national average. Housing is 21% lower than the national average, while utilities are 2% lower. When it comes to basic necessities such as food and clothing, groceries are around 2% higher than in the rest of the country, while clothing costs 2% higher.
Healthcare services such as doctor check-ups and dentistry cost 16% lower in Arkansas compared to the national average. At the same time, non-necessary expenses such as entertainment and grooming services are 2% higher.
City, State | Compared to State Average | Compared to National Average |
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Little Rock, AR | 4% higher | 4% lower |
Hot Springs Village, AR | 2% higher | 6% lower |
Conway, AR | 9% lower | 16% lower |