Cost of Living in Pine Bluff, AR
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
72.2
100 = national avg
-27.8 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$31,783
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$75,124
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing69.4
Food81.5
Transportation63.1
Healthcare85.2
Utilities82.8
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$728
per month
2 Bedroom
$937
per month
The overall cost of living index in Pine Bluff is 72.2, which is 27.8% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 69.4. A single adult needs to earn approximately $31,783 per year to cover basic expenses.