Wichita Falls, Texas vs. Mena, Arkansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Mena, Arkansas is 5.0% cheaper than Wichita Falls, Texas.

You would need a salary of $47,490 in Mena, Arkansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Wichita Falls, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Mena, Arkansas is cheaper than Wichita Falls, Texas
• Childcare is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Childcare
42% cheaper in Mena
than in Wichita Falls, Texas
Wichita Falls, TX vs. Mena, AR
Compared to Wichita Falls, Mena is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  5.0% 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
  2.9% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  2.4% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  13.5% lower
  Commute
  13.1% higher
  Health
  28.2% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  4.1% higher