Cost of Living in Mena, AR
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
77.9
100 = national avg
-22.1 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$34,271
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$81,003
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing67.0
Food88.9
Transportation77.8
Healthcare91.1
Utilities86.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$703
per month
2 Bedroom
$897
per month
The overall cost of living index in Mena is 77.9, which is 22.1% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 67.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $34,271 per year to cover basic expenses.