Cost of Living in Craighead County, AR

What does it cost to live in Craighead County? Income, housing, and affordability breakdown.

Median Income

$55,169

Median Rent

$870/mo

Median Home

$182,600

Affordability

429

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$923
Property Tax$87
Insurance$61

Total Monthly$1,071
% of Income23.3%

Renting

Median Rent$870
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$895
% of Income18.9%

Living in Craighead County, Arkansas

Craighead County has a median household income of $55,169 with housing costs that represent 23.3% of income for owners and 18.9% for renters. Housing costs are within the recommended 30% of income threshold.

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County-level data from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 2022 5-Year Estimates. Additional sources: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis. Estimates are county-level medians. This is not financial advice.