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Cost of living in Randolph County, AR

Estimated monthly cost
$2,459/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 18,733 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $686 28%
Healthcare $480 20%
Federal tax $352 14%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $303 12%
Energy $192 8%
State tax $71 3%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Randolph County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$618
per month
1 bedroom
$686
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 Randolph County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$52,838
per year
Individual earnings
$31,595
per year
Per capita
$27,416
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Randolph County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$118,100
Annual property tax
$519

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Randolph 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 Randolph 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 Randolph 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 Randolph County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
23.3 min
Drive alone
83.4%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
4.2%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Randolph County

What it costs to live in Randolph County each month.

Single person
$2,459
per month
  • Rent $686
  • Energy $192
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $303
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $352
  • State tax $71
Couple
$3,604
per month
  • Rent $848
  • Energy $230
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $502
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $535
  • State tax $140
Family
$6,058
per month
  • Rent $1,188
  • Energy $288
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $762
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $535
  • State tax $140

Frequently asked questions about Randolph County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Randolph County?

In Randolph County, AR, a one-bedroom apartment averages $686 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 Randolph County?

In Randolph County, AR, the average household income is $52,838 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $31,595 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Randolph County?

The estimated cost of living in Randolph County, AR is approximately $2,459 per month for a single person, $3,604 for a couple, $6,058 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Randolph County?

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

Is Randolph County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Randolph County, AR would need approximately $2,459 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $52,838 per year ($4,403 per month). Randolph County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Randolph County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Randolph 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 Randolph County?

The average home value in Randolph County, AR is $118,100, with average annual property taxes of $519, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Randolph 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