Watson, AR Cost of Living


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United States / Arkansas / No Metro Area / Desha County / Watson / Zip Codes

Watson cost of living score
67.5
Less expensive
32.5% lower
than the US average
12.9% lower
than the Arkansas average
Watson, Arkansas gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 67.5, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 32.5% lower than the U.S. average and 12.9% higher than the average for Arkansas.

Watson, AR

Housing costs in Watson?
A typical home costs $68,400, which is 79.8% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 62.4% less expensive than the average Arkansas home, at $181,800. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Watson costs $650 per month, which is 54.5% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 29.2% cheaper than the state average of $840.

Can I afford Watson?
To live comfortably in Watson, Arkansas, a minimum annual income of $12,960 for a family, and $20,400 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Watson?
The cost of living in Watson, AR is relatively low compared to the rest of the country. Housing prices are some of the lowest in the state, with the median home price being around $110,000. Utility costs are also very reasonable and there is no state income tax. Groceries and other goods tend to be cheaper here due to a larger number of local stores. Overall, living in Watson is an affordable option for those looking for a more budget-friendly lifestyle.
   Cost of living score
     CategoriesWatsonArkansasUnited States
  67.577.5100.0
  90.392.7100
  91.392.1100.0
  12.649.8100.0
  $68,400$181,800$338,100
  93.8%95.6%100.0%
  72.281.6100.0
  65.874.5100.0

   100=National Average

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