Jonesboro, AR vs North Little Rock, AR

Jonesboro, AR and North Little Rock, AR have a very similar cost of living, with only a 1% difference in their overall index. Jonesboro scores 76 while North Little Rock scores 76 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 Jonesboro is $926/month compared to $1,028/month in North Little Rock — a 10% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Jonesboro has cheaper rent, North Little Rock actually has lower median home values ($169,500 vs $213,400).

Median household income in Jonesboro is $52,559 compared to $51,236 in North Little Rock (+2.6%). Jonesboro offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Jonesboro spend roughly 21.1% of their income on rent, less than the 24.1% in North Little Rock.