Cost of Living in Portia, AR
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
59.6
100 = national avg
-40.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$26,211
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$61,954
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing40.7
Food79.2
Transportation58.5
Healthcare83.4
Utilities75.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$671
per month
2 Bedroom
$880
per month
The overall cost of living index in Portia is 59.6, which is 40.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 40.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $26,211 per year to cover basic expenses.