Clarksville, AR vs Paris, AR

Paris is moderately more affordable than Clarksville, with a 8.6% lower cost of living index. Clarksville scores 67 compared to 62 for Paris, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Clarksville can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Clarksville is $754/month compared to $706/month in Paris — a 7% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Paris is more affordable at $112,700 median vs $159,700.

Median household income in Clarksville is $37,848 compared to $48,789 in Paris (-22.4%). Paris offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Clarksville spend roughly 23.9% of their income on rent, more than the 17.4% in Paris.