Fairfield Bay, AR vs Rockport, AR

Rockport is moderately more affordable than Fairfield Bay, with a 7.9% lower cost of living index. Fairfield Bay scores 71 compared to 66 for Rockport, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Fairfield Bay can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Fairfield Bay is $888/month compared to $777/month in Rockport — a 14% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Rockport is more affordable at $145,600 median vs $157,300.

Median household income in Fairfield Bay is $54,735 compared to $68,681 in Rockport (-20.3%). Rockport offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Fairfield Bay spend roughly 19.5% of their income on rent, more than the 13.6% in Rockport.