Camden, AR vs West Memphis, AR

Camden is moderately more affordable than West Memphis, with a 9.4% lower cost of living index. Camden scores 61 compared to 68 for West Memphis, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of West Memphis can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Camden is $704/month compared to $847/month in West Memphis — a 17% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Camden is more affordable at $108,800 median vs $119,100.

Median household income in Camden is $51,300 compared to $41,860 in West Memphis (+22.6%). Camden offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Camden spend roughly 16.5% of their income on rent, less than the 24.3% in West Memphis.