Shirley, AR Cost of Living


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United States / Arkansas / No Metro Area / Van Buren County / Shirley / Zip Codes
How much do I need to live in Shirley, Arkansas?
$2,460 / month
for a family, 54.4% less expensive than the national average A total of $29,520 for the year for a family.
$1,767 / month
for a single person, 62.9% less expensive than the national average A total of $21,200 for the year for a single person.

Shirley cost of living score
72.4
Less expensive
27.6% lower
than the US average
6.6% lower
than the Arkansas average
Shirley, 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.

Shirley, AR

Housing costs in Shirley?
A typical home costs $153,800, which is 54.5% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 15.4% less expensive than the average Arkansas home, at $181,800. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Shirley costs $700 per month, which is 51.0% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 20.0% cheaper than the state average of $840.

Can I afford Shirley?
To live comfortably in Shirley, Arkansas, a minimum annual income of $29,520 for a family, and $21,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Shirley?
The cost of living in Shirley, AR is quite affordable compared to the national average. According to a survey conducted by BestPlaces, the overall cost of living index for Shirley is 74.7, which is significantly lower than the U.S. average of 100. Goods and services are generally much cheaper in Shirley than other locations, making it an attractive place to relocate for those looking to save money on their everyday expenses. Additionally, housing costs in Shirley are some of the lowest in Arkansas; the median home value is $99,100 and the median rent price is only $725 per month. With its reasonable prices and laidback lifestyle, it's no surprise that many people choose Shirley as their home away from home.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesShirleyArkansasUnited States
    Unlock77.5100.0
  91.9  Unlock100.0
    Unlock92.1100.0
  38.7  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$181,800$338,100
  96.4  Unlock100.0
    Unlock81.6100.0
  67.2  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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