Augusta, AR vs Parkin, AR

Parkin is moderately more affordable than Augusta, with a 13.3% lower cost of living index. Augusta scores 59 compared to 52 for Parkin, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Augusta can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Augusta is $619/month compared to $567/month in Parkin — a 9% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Parkin is more affordable at $36,700 median vs $117,100.

Median household income in Augusta is $49,744 compared to $25,588 in Parkin (+94.4%). While Augusta is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Augusta spend roughly 14.9% of their income on rent, less than the 26.6% in Parkin.