Huntsville, AR vs Newport, AR

Huntsville, AR and Newport, AR have a very similar cost of living, with only a 2.9% difference in their overall index. Huntsville scores 62 while Newport scores 60 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 Huntsville is $591/month compared to $605/month in Newport — a 2% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Huntsville has cheaper rent, Newport actually has lower median home values ($132,200 vs $146,300).

Median household income in Huntsville is $52,472 compared to $32,693 in Newport (+60.5%). 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 Huntsville spend roughly 13.5% of their income on rent, less than the 22.2% in Newport.