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Cost of living in Sharp County, AR

Estimated monthly cost
$2,402/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 17,597 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $646 27%
Healthcare $480 20%
Federal tax $338 14%
Transport $320 13%
Groceries $303 13%
Energy $192 8%
State tax $68 3%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Sharp County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$632
per month
1 bedroom
$646
per month
2 bedroom
$848
per month
3 bedroom
$1,108
per month
4 bedroom
$1,347
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Sharp County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$42,950
per year
Individual earnings
$30,740
per year
Per capita
$26,959
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Sharp County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$94,600
Annual property tax
$548

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Sharp 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 Sharp County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
6.0%

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 Sharp 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 Sharp County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
27.0 min
Drive alone
77.7%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
5.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Sharp County

What it costs to live in Sharp County each month.

Single person
$2,402
per month
  • Rent $646
  • Energy $192
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $303
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $338
  • State tax $68
Couple
$3,424
per month
  • Rent $848
  • Energy $230
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $502
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $388
  • State tax $107
Family
$5,798
per month
  • Rent $1,108
  • Energy $288
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $762
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $388
  • State tax $107

Frequently asked questions about Sharp County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Sharp County?

In Sharp County, AR, a one-bedroom apartment averages $646 per month, a two-bedroom averages $848 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,108 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Sharp County?

In Sharp County, AR, the average household income is $42,950 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $30,740 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Sharp County?

The estimated cost of living in Sharp County, AR is approximately $2,402 per month for a single person, $3,424 for a couple, $5,798 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Sharp County?

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

Is Sharp County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Sharp County, AR would need approximately $2,402 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $42,950 per year ($3,579 per month). Sharp County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Sharp County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Sharp County, AR is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 6.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Sharp County?

The average home value in Sharp County, AR is $94,600, with average annual property taxes of $548, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Sharp 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