Plano, Texas vs. Elkins, Arkansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Elkins, Arkansas is 20.8% cheaper than Plano, Texas.

You would need a salary of $59,395 in Elkins, Arkansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Plano, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Elkins, Arkansas is cheaper than Plano, Texas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
52% cheaper in Elkins
than in Plano, Texas
Plano, TX vs. Elkins, AR
Compared to Plano, Elkins is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  20.8% lower
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  5.7% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  57.3% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.7% lower
  Commute
  16.0% higher
  Health
  7.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  3.3% higher