Fordyce, AR vs Greenwood, AR

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Fordyce is 16.3% cheaper than Greenwood. With a cost index of 58 vs 69, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Fordyce to Greenwood should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Fordyce is $642/month compared to $824/month in Greenwood — a 22% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Fordyce is more affordable at $92,500 median vs $177,300.

Median household income in Fordyce is $43,056 compared to $65,745 in Greenwood (-34.5%). While Greenwood is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Fordyce spend roughly 17.9% of their income on rent, more than the 15% in Greenwood.