Cost of Living in Hughes, AR

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25%
Overall NAT. AVG.
2%
Groceries NAT. AVG.
71%
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 Hughes Arkansas National
Cost of living7586100
Groceries9896100
Health care9495100
Housing2967100
Transportation9394100
Utilities10093100
Lifestyle & Entertainment9693100
Household Items9596100
Education & Childcare8792100
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Cost Of Living Quick Facts

  • The cost of living in Hughes is 13% lower than the Arkansas average
  • The cost of living in Hughes is 25% lower than the national average
  • Hughes housing is 71% 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$81,541$6,795$1,902$2,446
      Renters$14,665$1,222$342$440

      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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      Hughes, AR1,0187524.8%

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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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