Cost of Living in Wilson, AR

With a cost of living index of 67, Wilson, 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. Wilson is a small community of 1,103 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Wilson's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $825 (37% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $135,900 (55% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 1.8x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Wilson is $76,065, which is 1% higher than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 13% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum.

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.