Emerson, AR Cost of Living


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Emerson cost of living score
68.7
Less expensive
31.3% lower
than the US average
11.4% lower
than the Arkansas average
Emerson, Arkansas gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 68.7, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 31.3% lower than the U.S. average and 11.4% higher than the average for Arkansas.

Emerson, AR

Housing costs in Emerson?
A typical home costs $104,300, which is 69.2% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 42.6% less expensive than the average Arkansas home, at $181,800. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Emerson 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 Emerson?
To live comfortably in Emerson, Arkansas, a minimum annual income of $20,160 for a family, and $22,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Emerson?
The cost of living in Emerson, AR is quite affordable compared to many other cities. According to Best Places, the overall cost of living is 4% lower than the national average. Rent for a two-bedroom apartment can be as low as $500 per month and groceries are also quite inexpensive. Taxes are moderate with no state income tax and healthcare costs are low. In addition, utilities are reasonably priced and transportation costs are below average due to the town's small size. With its low costs and laid-back atmosphere, Emerson is an attractive option for those looking for an affordable place to live in Arkansas.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesEmersonArkansasUnited States
  68.777.5100.0
  88.992.7100
  92.792.1100.0
  11.949.8100.0
  $104,300$181,800$338,100
  93.6%95.6%100.0%
  68.681.6100.0
  85.874.5100.0

   100=National Average

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