Cost of Living in Forrest City, AR
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
66.1
100 = national avg
-33.9 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$29,089
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$68,755
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing67.0
Food75.6
Transportation51.2
Healthcare80.5
Utilities78.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$703
per month
2 Bedroom
$923
per month
The overall cost of living index in Forrest City is 66.1, which is 33.9% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 67.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $29,089 per year to cover basic expenses.