Kensett, AR vs Parkin, AR

Parkin is moderately more affordable than Kensett, with a 13.2% lower cost of living index. Kensett scores 59 compared to 52 for Parkin, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Kensett can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Kensett is $683/month compared to $567/month in Parkin — a 21% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Parkin is more affordable at $36,700 median vs $92,200.

Median household income in Kensett is $27,839 compared to $25,588 in Parkin (+8.8%). The higher salaries in Kensett partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Kensett spend roughly 29.4% of their income on rent, more than the 26.6% in Parkin.