Fouke, AR vs Lepanto, AR

Lepanto is moderately more affordable than Fouke, with a 9.2% lower cost of living index. Fouke scores 59 compared to 54 for Lepanto, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Fouke can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Fouke is $747/month compared to $613/month in Lepanto — a 22% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Lepanto is more affordable at $66,900 median vs $79,400.

Median household income in Fouke is $38,594 compared to $42,730 in Lepanto (-9.7%). Lepanto offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Fouke spend roughly 23.2% of their income on rent, more than the 17.2% in Lepanto.