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Cost of living in Chicot County, AR

Estimated monthly cost
$2,544/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 9,997 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $701 28%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $411 16%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $303 12%
Energy $192 8%
State tax $82 3%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Chicot County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$618
per month
1 bedroom
$701
per month
2 bedroom
$848
per month
3 bedroom
$1,188
per month
4 bedroom
$1,424
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Chicot County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$39,683
per year
Individual earnings
$35,202
per year
Per capita
$24,003
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Chicot County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$90,500
Annual property tax
$494

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Chicot County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$148
per month · 13.5¢/kWh
Natural gas
$44
per month
Annual total
$2,304
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Chicot County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
10.5%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Chicot County

State and local tax rates for Arkansas.

State income tax
3.9%
Top marginal rate
State sales tax
6.5%
Combined sales tax
9.5%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Chicot County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
20.5 min
Drive alone
87.1%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
4.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Chicot County

What it costs to live in Chicot County each month.

Single person
$2,544
per month
  • Rent $701
  • Energy $192
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $303
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $411
  • State tax $82
Couple
$3,366
per month
  • Rent $848
  • Energy $230
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $502
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $340
  • State tax $97
Family
$5,820
per month
  • Rent $1,188
  • Energy $288
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $762
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $340
  • State tax $97

Frequently asked questions about Chicot County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Chicot County?

In Chicot County, AR, a one-bedroom apartment averages $701 per month, a two-bedroom averages $848 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,188 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Chicot County?

In Chicot County, AR, the average household income is $39,683 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $35,202 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Chicot County?

The estimated cost of living in Chicot County, AR is approximately $2,544 per month for a single person, $3,366 for a couple, $5,820 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Chicot County?

The combined sales tax rate in Chicot County, AR is 9.47%, which includes the Arkansas state rate of 6.50% plus an average local rate of 2.97%.

Is Chicot County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Chicot County, AR would need approximately $2,544 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $39,683 per year ($3,307 per month). Chicot County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Chicot County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Chicot County, AR is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 10.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Chicot County?

The average home value in Chicot County, AR is $90,500, with average annual property taxes of $494, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Chicot County compare to other areas?

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP
Methodology All data sources