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Cost of living in Independence County, AR

Estimated monthly cost
$2,476/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 38,120 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $657 27%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $391 16%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $303 12%
Energy $192 8%
State tax $78 3%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Independence County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$653
per month
1 bedroom
$657
per month
2 bedroom
$862
per month
3 bedroom
$1,139
per month
4 bedroom
$1,143
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Independence County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$56,009
per year
Individual earnings
$33,948
per year
Per capita
$30,007
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Independence County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$120,500
Annual property tax
$657

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Independence 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 Independence County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
10.3%

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 Independence 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 Independence County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
20.2 min
Drive alone
81.1%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
5.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Independence County

What it costs to live in Independence County each month.

Single person
$2,476
per month
  • Rent $657
  • Energy $192
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $303
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $391
  • State tax $78
Couple
$3,679
per month
  • Rent $862
  • Energy $230
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $502
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $586
  • State tax $150
Family
$6,070
per month
  • Rent $1,139
  • Energy $288
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $762
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $586
  • State tax $150

Frequently asked questions about Independence County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Independence County?

In Independence County, AR, a one-bedroom apartment averages $657 per month, a two-bedroom averages $862 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,139 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Independence County?

In Independence County, AR, the average household income is $56,009 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $33,948 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Independence County?

The estimated cost of living in Independence County, AR is approximately $2,476 per month for a single person, $3,679 for a couple, $6,070 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Independence County?

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

Is Independence County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Independence County, AR would need approximately $2,476 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $56,009 per year ($4,667 per month). Independence County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Independence County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Independence County, AR is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 10.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Independence County?

The average home value in Independence County, AR is $120,500, with average annual property taxes of $657, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Independence County compare to other areas?

You can compare Independence County, AR with any other US county using our comparison tool at /compare. Independence County is in the Batesville, AR metro area.

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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