Cost of Living in Walnut Ridge, AR
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
77.8
100 = national avg
-22.2 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$34,232
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$80,912
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing64.6
Food86.4
Transportation92.9
Healthcare89.1
Utilities84.8
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 Walnut Ridge is 77.8, which is 22.2% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 64.6. A single adult needs to earn approximately $34,232 per year to cover basic expenses.