Cost of Living in Fordyce, AR

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19%
Overall NAT. AVG.
4%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
50%
Housing NAT. AVG.
Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
The cost of living index is based on a national average of 100. For example, if the cost of living score is 90, then the estimated cost of living is 10% lower than the national average. If the score is 110, then the estimated cost of living is 10% higher than average. The overall index is calculated using weighted estimates across major everyday expense categories, including housing (30%), groceries (16%), transportation (12%), healthcare (10%), utilities (8%), lifestyle and entertainment (8%), household expenses (8%), and education and childcare (8%). All values are AI-assisted city-level estimates designed for directional comparisons.
Index Fordyce Arkansas National
Cost of living8186100
Groceries9696100
Health care9595100
Housing5067100
Transportation9294100
Utilities9693100
Lifestyle & Entertainment9593100
Household Items9896100
Education & Childcare8892100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Fordyce is 6% lower than the Arkansas average
  • The cost of living in Fordyce is 19% lower than the national average
  • Fordyce housing is 50% lower than the national average
  • Arkansas general sales tax is 27% higher than the national average
  • Arkansas state income tax is 23% lower than the national average

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      Median Income & Debt-To-Income Ratio

      Median Income Per Year Per Month Max Budget (28% DTI) Max Budget (36% DTI)
      Owners$65,427$5,452$1,527$1,963
      Renters$31,713$2,643$740$951
      The percent of monthly income spent on housing can be a good indicator of the affordability of housing in Fordyce, AR, as well as the overall cost of living. As a general rule of thumb, the debt-to-income ratio (DTI) for homeowners or renters should be not more than 28 percent of gross income to be spent on housing related costs and not more than 36 percent of income on all expenses, including debts. The median income for Fordyce homeowners, is $65,427. This would allow for a maximum of $1,527 per month to be spent on housing costs. For renters, the median monthly income is $31,713 which would result in a maximum of $740 to be spent on rental costs.

      Arkansas Sales Tax

      State General Sales Tax With Max Surtax
      Arkansas 6.5% 11.625%

      Arkansas Income Tax

      State Income Tax (Low) Income Tax (High)
      Arkansas 2% 4.9%

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      Date & Last Updated: These cost of living estimates reflect 2026 modeled data using U.S. Census housing inputs and AI-assisted city-level pricing models.
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