Blytheville, AR vs Ward, AR

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Blytheville is 22% cheaper than Ward. With a cost index of 63 vs 81, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Blytheville to Ward should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Blytheville is $789/month compared to $1,147/month in Ward — a 31% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Blytheville is more affordable at $101,200 median vs $182,100.

Median household income in Blytheville is $49,928 compared to $78,841 in Ward (-36.7%). While Ward is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Blytheville spend roughly 19% of their income on rent, more than the 17.5% in Ward.