Cost of Living in Wabbaseka, AR

With a cost of living index of 67, Wabbaseka, AR is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 33% cheaper than the national average and 3% below the Arkansas state average of 70. Wabbaseka is a small community of 391 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Wabbaseka's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,049 (20% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $55,000 (82% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 1.5x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Wabbaseka is $36,174, which is 52% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 35% of household income on rent. This exceeds the recommended 30% threshold, meaning many renters here are cost-burdened. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.