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Arkansas

Estimated taxes, cost of living, income and housing — scored for the goals that move your money.

Estimated data

Median income

$56.3K

household / year

Avg home price

$210K

~$1,302/mo mortgage

Cost of living

87

100 = US avg

Tax burden

7.0%

income + sales + property

Where Arkansas ranks

How this state places against all 51 states + DC.

How Arkansas scores

Wealth building28/100

Income vs cost of living and taxes — how much you keep and grow.

Homeownership78/100

How far the median income goes toward buying a home.

Young professionals27/100

Job market depth, earning power and manageable costs.

Retirement69/100

Low taxes, gentle cost of living and affordable healthcare.

Families79/100

Affordable housing, everyday costs and healthcare.

Affordability96/100

Overall cost of living — how far your dollar stretches.

Cities in Arkansas

States with a similar cost of living

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State figures are educational estimates and should be verified with current local sources.