Helena-West Helena, AR vs Huntsville, AR

Helena-West Helena, AR and Huntsville, AR have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.5% difference in their overall index. Helena-West Helena scores 60 while Huntsville scores 62 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 Helena-West Helena is $774/month compared to $591/month in Huntsville — a 31% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Huntsville has cheaper rent, Helena-West Helena actually has lower median home values ($72,300 vs $146,300).

Median household income in Helena-West Helena is $32,466 compared to $52,472 in Huntsville (-38.1%). While Huntsville is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Helena-West Helena spend roughly 28.6% of their income on rent, more than the 13.5% in Huntsville.