Marion, AR vs Pea Ridge, AR

Marion is moderately more affordable than Pea Ridge, with a 14.8% lower cost of living index. Marion scores 81 compared to 95 for Pea Ridge, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Pea Ridge can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Marion is $1,058/month compared to $1,395/month in Pea Ridge — a 24% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Marion is more affordable at $206,300 median vs $255,600.

Median household income in Marion is $80,637 compared to $93,627 in Pea Ridge (-13.9%). The higher salaries in Pea Ridge partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Marion spend roughly 15.7% of their income on rent, less than the 17.9% in Pea Ridge.