Blytheville, AR vs Russellville, AR

Blytheville is moderately more affordable than Russellville, with a 9.6% lower cost of living index. Blytheville scores 63 compared to 70 for Russellville, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Russellville can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Blytheville is $789/month compared to $835/month in Russellville — a 6% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Blytheville is more affordable at $101,200 median vs $166,500.

Median household income in Blytheville is $49,928 compared to $48,708 in Russellville (+2.5%). Blytheville offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Blytheville spend roughly 19% of their income on rent, less than the 20.6% in Russellville.