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Cost of living in Sevier County, AR

Estimated monthly cost
$2,475/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 15,797 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $646 26%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $399 16%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $303 12%
Energy $192 8%
State tax $80 3%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Sevier County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$642
per month
1 bedroom
$646
per month
2 bedroom
$848
per month
3 bedroom
$1,077
per month
4 bedroom
$1,219
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Sevier County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$51,641
per year
Individual earnings
$34,489
per year
Per capita
$25,685
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Sevier County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$111,700
Annual property tax
$536

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Sevier 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 Sevier County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
18.9%

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 Sevier 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 Sevier County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
26.1 min
Drive alone
72.6%
Public transit
0.3%
Work from home
3.0%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Sevier County

What it costs to live in Sevier County each month.

Single person
$2,475
per month
  • Rent $646
  • Energy $192
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $303
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $399
  • State tax $80
Couple
$3,581
per month
  • Rent $848
  • Energy $230
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $502
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $516
  • State tax $136
Family
$5,924
per month
  • Rent $1,077
  • Energy $288
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $762
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $516
  • State tax $136

Frequently asked questions about Sevier County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Sevier County?

In Sevier County, AR, a one-bedroom apartment averages $646 per month, a two-bedroom averages $848 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,077 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Sevier County?

In Sevier County, AR, the average household income is $51,641 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $34,489 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Sevier County?

The estimated cost of living in Sevier County, AR is approximately $2,475 per month for a single person, $3,581 for a couple, $5,924 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Sevier County?

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

Is Sevier County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Sevier County, AR would need approximately $2,475 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $51,641 per year ($4,303 per month). Sevier County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Sevier County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Sevier County, AR is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 18.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Sevier County?

The average home value in Sevier County, AR is $111,700, with average annual property taxes of $536, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Sevier 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