Melbourne, AR Cost of Living


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United States / Arkansas / No Metro Area / Izard County / Melbourne / Zip Codes
How much do I need to live in Melbourne, Arkansas?
$2,220 / month
for a family, 58.9% less expensive than the national average A total of $26,640 for the year for a family.
$1,967 / month
for a single person, 58.7% less expensive than the national average A total of $23,600 for the year for a single person.

Melbourne cost of living score
69.9
Less expensive
30.1% lower
than the US average
9.8% lower
than the Arkansas average
Melbourne, Arkansas gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 69.9, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 30.1% lower than the U.S. average and 9.8% higher than the average for Arkansas.

Melbourne, AR

Housing costs in Melbourne?
A typical home costs $138,400, which is 59.1% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 23.9% less expensive than the average Arkansas home, at $181,800. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Melbourne costs $720 per month, which is 49.7% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 16.7% cheaper than the state average of $840.

Can I afford Melbourne?
To live comfortably in Melbourne, Arkansas, a minimum annual income of $26,640 for a family, and $23,600 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Melbourne?
The cost of living in Melbourne, AR is quite affordable. The city has an overall cost of living index score of 83.8, which is lower than the national average of 100. This makes Melbourne a great place to live if you are looking for an affordable lifestyle. Housing costs in particular are low, with average rent prices for a one-bedroom apartment being around $500 per month and home values at around $70,000 - both much lower than the national averages. Groceries and other necessities also come at a relatively low rate, making Melbourne an ideal location for those looking to have a comfortable lifestyle without breaking the bank.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesMelbourneArkansasUnited States
    Unlock77.5100.0
  92.1  Unlock100.0
    Unlock92.1100.0
  30.1  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$181,800$338,100
  97.7  Unlock100.0
    Unlock81.6100.0
  66.2  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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