Cost of Living in Lamar, AR
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
70.4
100 = national avg
-29.6 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$30,996
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$73,264
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing64.0
Food81.8
Transportation63.6
Healthcare85.4
Utilities81.9
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$674
per month
2 Bedroom
$884
per month
The overall cost of living index in Lamar is 70.4, which is 29.6% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 64.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $30,996 per year to cover basic expenses.