Altus, AR Cost of Living


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How much do I need to live in Altus, Arkansas?
$1,470 / month
for a family, 72.8% less expensive than the national average A total of $17,640 for the year for a family.
$2,000 / month
for a single person, 58.0% less expensive than the national average A total of $24,000 for the year for a single person.

Altus cost of living score
72.4
Less expensive
27.6% lower
than the US average
6.6% lower
than the Arkansas average
Altus, Arkansas gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 72.4, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 27.6% lower than the U.S. average and 6.6% higher than the average for Arkansas.

Altus, AR

Housing costs in Altus?
A typical home costs $92,000, which is 72.8% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 49.4% less expensive than the average Arkansas home, at $181,800. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Altus costs $730 per month, which is 49.0% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 15.1% cheaper than the state average of $840.

Can I afford Altus?
To live comfortably in Altus, Arkansas, a minimum annual income of $17,640 for a family, and $24,000 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Altus?
The cost of living in Altus, AR is quite affordable. According to the Cost of Living Index, Altus has an overall score of 83.6 which is lower than the national average of 100. Housing costs are particularly low with a score of 72, compared to a national average of 100. This makes housing more affordable and helps to keep monthly expenses down. Additionally, groceries, healthcare, transportation and utilities all have scores that are lower than the national average which helps to keep overall costs lower. Altus offers its residents a great quality of life without breaking the bank.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesAltusArkansasUnited States
    Unlock77.5100.0
  91.7  Unlock100.0
    Unlock92.1100.0
  35.0  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$181,800$338,100
  98.7  Unlock100.0
    Unlock81.6100.0
  68.3  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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