Greenwood, AR vs Pottsville, AR

Greenwood, AR and Pottsville, AR have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.6% difference in their overall index. Greenwood scores 69 while Pottsville scores 70 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Greenwood is $824/month compared to $820/month in Pottsville — a 1% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Pottsville is more affordable at $169,800 median vs $177,300.

Median household income in Greenwood is $65,745 compared to $66,761 in Pottsville (-1.5%). While Pottsville is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Greenwood spend roughly 15% of their income on rent, more than the 14.7% in Pottsville.