Bella Vista, Arkansas vs. Athens, Alabama

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Athens, Alabama is 7.2% cheaper than Bella Vista, Arkansas.

You would need a salary of $46,394 in Athens, Alabama to maintain the standard of living you have in Bella Vista, Arkansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Athens, Alabama is cheaper than Bella Vista, Arkansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
18% cheaper in Athens
than in Bella Vista, Arkansas
Bella Vista, AR vs. Athens, AL
Compared to Bella Vista, Athens is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  7.2% 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% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  15.8% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  1.0% higher
  Commute
  22.7% lower
  Health
  34.9% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  2.1% lower