Heber Springs, AR vs Marion, AR

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Heber Springs is 15.3% cheaper than Marion. With a cost index of 69 vs 81, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Heber Springs to Marion should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Heber Springs is $833/month compared to $1,058/month in Marion — a 21% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Heber Springs is more affordable at $152,900 median vs $206,300.

Median household income in Heber Springs is $49,917 compared to $80,637 in Marion (-38.1%). While Marion is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Heber Springs spend roughly 20% of their income on rent, more than the 15.7% in Marion.