Fort Smith, Arkansas vs. Athens, Texas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Athens, Texas is 8.7% more expensive than Fort Smith, Arkansas.

You would need a salary of $54,333 in Athens, Texas to maintain the standard of living you have in Fort Smith, Arkansas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Athens, Texas is more expensive than Fort Smith, Arkansas
• Median Home Cost is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Median Home Cost
41% more expensive in Athens
than in Fort Smith, Arkansas
Fort Smith, AR vs. Athens, TX
Compared to Fort Smith, Athens is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  8.7% higher
      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
  0.2% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  6.7% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  6.9% higher
  Commute
  7.8% lower
  Health
  9.0% higher
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  5.2% higher