Cost of Living in Lafayette County, AR

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

Median Income

$40,262

Median Rent

$659/mo

Median Home

$70,900

Affordability

799

Housing Cost Breakdown

Owning (20% down, 6.5%)

Mortgage (P&I)$359
Property Tax$37
Insurance$24

Total Monthly$420
% of Income12.5%

Renting

Median Rent$659
Renter's Insurance$25

Total Monthly$684
% of Income19.6%

Living in Lafayette County, Arkansas

Lafayette County has a median household income of $40,262 with housing costs that represent 12.5% of income for owners and 19.6% 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.