Washington, AR Cost of Living


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United States / Arkansas / No Metro Area / Hempstead County / Washington / Zip Codes
How much do I need to live in Washington, Arkansas?
$1,380 / month
for a family, 74.4% less expensive than the national average A total of $16,560 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.

Washington cost of living score
66.8
Less expensive
33.2% lower
than the US average
13.8% lower
than the Arkansas average
Washington, Arkansas gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 66.8, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 33.2% lower than the U.S. average and 13.8% higher than the average for Arkansas.

Washington, AR

Housing costs in Washington?
A typical home costs $85,800, which is 74.6% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 52.8% less expensive than the average Arkansas home, at $181,800. Renting a two-bedroom unit in Washington costs $690 per month, which is 51.7% cheaper than the national average of $1,430 and 21.7% cheaper than the state average of $840.

Can I afford Washington?
To live comfortably in Washington, Arkansas, a minimum annual income of $16,560 for a family, and $21,200 for a single person is recommended.

What does A.I. say about Washington?
The cost of living in Washington, AR is lower than the national average. The overall cost of living index is approximately 3% below the national average, with housing being particularly affordable. The median home value is around $167,400 and the median rent is approximately $722 per month. Goods and services are also inexpensive when compared to other cities and states. Groceries, health care costs, transportation fees, and utilities all remain relatively low. This makes Washington an ideal place for those who want to live comfortably without breaking the bank.
   Cost of living score
       Higher than 100 is more expensive than the national average.
       Lower than 100 is less expensive.
     CategoriesWashingtonArkansasUnited States
    Unlock77.5100.0
  87.9  Unlock100.0
    Unlock92.1100.0
  25.0  Unlock100.0
    Unlock$181,800$338,100
  93.8  Unlock100.0
    Unlock81.6100.0
  67.6  Unlock100.0

   100=National Average

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