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Cost of living in Drew County, AR

Estimated monthly cost
$2,500/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 17,143 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $706 28%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $370 15%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $303 12%
Energy $192 8%
State tax $74 3%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Drew County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$675
per month
1 bedroom
$706
per month
2 bedroom
$926
per month
3 bedroom
$1,152
per month
4 bedroom
$1,228
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Drew County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$41,071
per year
Individual earnings
$32,669
per year
Per capita
$26,563
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Drew County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$127,800
Annual property tax
$572

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Drew 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 Drew County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
7.1%

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 Drew 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 Drew County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
19.3 min
Drive alone
81.9%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
3.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Drew County

What it costs to live in Drew County each month.

Single person
$2,500
per month
  • Rent $706
  • Energy $192
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $303
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $370
  • State tax $74
Couple
$3,469
per month
  • Rent $926
  • Energy $230
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $502
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $361
  • State tax $101
Family
$5,809
per month
  • Rent $1,152
  • Energy $288
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $762
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $361
  • State tax $101

Frequently asked questions about Drew County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Drew County?

In Drew County, AR, a one-bedroom apartment averages $706 per month, a two-bedroom averages $926 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,152 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Drew County?

In Drew County, AR, the average household income is $41,071 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $32,669 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Drew County?

The estimated cost of living in Drew County, AR is approximately $2,500 per month for a single person, $3,469 for a couple, $5,809 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Drew County?

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

Is Drew County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Drew County, AR would need approximately $2,500 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $41,071 per year ($3,423 per month). Drew County has a high cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Drew County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Drew County, AR is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 7.1% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Drew County?

The average home value in Drew County, AR is $127,800, with average annual property taxes of $572, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Drew 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