Smackover, AR vs Ward, AR

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Smackover is 18.7% cheaper than Ward. With a cost index of 66 vs 81, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Smackover to Ward should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Smackover is $845/month compared to $1,147/month in Ward — a 26% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Smackover is more affordable at $113,100 median vs $182,100.

Median household income in Smackover is $53,105 compared to $78,841 in Ward (-32.6%). While Ward is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Smackover spend roughly 19.1% of their income on rent, more than the 17.5% in Ward.