Glenwood, AR vs Wilmar, AR

Glenwood is moderately more affordable than Wilmar, with a 12.9% lower cost of living index. Glenwood scores 59 compared to 68 for Wilmar, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Wilmar can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Glenwood is $645/month compared to $953/month in Wilmar — a 32% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Glenwood has cheaper rent, Wilmar actually has lower median home values ($101,700 vs $108,300).

Median household income in Glenwood is $33,889 compared to $21,532 in Wilmar (+57.4%). Glenwood offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Glenwood spend roughly 22.8% of their income on rent, less than the 53.1% in Wilmar. The Glenwood ratio exceeds the commonly recommended 30% threshold, which can put pressure on household budgets.