Cost of Living in Van Buren, AR
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
90.8
100 = national avg
-9.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$39,933
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$94,388
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing86.0
Food95.4
Transportation90.8
Healthcare96.3
Utilities94.5
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$714
per month
2 Bedroom
$937
per month
The overall cost of living index in Van Buren is 90.8, which is 9.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 86.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $39,933 per year to cover basic expenses.