Merkel, Texas vs. Fort Smith, Arkansas

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Fort Smith, Arkansas is 6.3% cheaper than Merkel, Texas.

You would need a salary of $46,875 in Fort Smith, Arkansas to maintain the standard of living you have in Merkel, Texas.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Fort Smith, Arkansas is cheaper than Merkel, Texas
• Health is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Health
19% cheaper in Fort Smith
than in Merkel, Texas
Merkel, TX vs. Fort Smith, AR
Compared to Merkel, Fort Smith is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  6.3% 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
  3.8% higher
  Housing (Homeowner)
  27.2% higher
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  11.7% lower
  Commute
  11.0% lower
  Health
  19.6% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  1.7% higher