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Cost of living in Van Buren County, AR

Estimated monthly cost
$2,367/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 15,936 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $646 27%
Healthcare $480 20%
Transport $320 14%
Federal tax $309 13%
Groceries $303 13%
Energy $192 8%
State tax $62 3%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Van Buren County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$618
per month
1 bedroom
$646
per month
2 bedroom
$848
per month
3 bedroom
$1,115
per month
4 bedroom
$1,138
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Van Buren County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$47,266
per year
Individual earnings
$28,990
per year
Per capita
$27,284
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Van Buren County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$122,300
Annual property tax
$562

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Van Buren 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 Van Buren County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
9.9%

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 Van Buren 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 Van Buren County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
31.8 min
Drive alone
75.9%
Public transit
0.0%
Work from home
6.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Van Buren County

What it costs to live in Van Buren County each month.

Single person
$2,367
per month
  • Rent $646
  • Energy $192
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $303
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $309
  • State tax $62
Couple
$3,503
per month
  • Rent $848
  • Energy $230
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $502
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $452
  • State tax $122
Family
$5,884
per month
  • Rent $1,115
  • Energy $288
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $762
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $452
  • State tax $122

Frequently asked questions about Van Buren County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Van Buren County?

In Van Buren County, AR, a one-bedroom apartment averages $646 per month, a two-bedroom averages $848 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,115 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Van Buren County?

In Van Buren County, AR, the average household income is $47,266 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $28,990 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Van Buren County?

The estimated cost of living in Van Buren County, AR is approximately $2,367 per month for a single person, $3,503 for a couple, $5,884 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Van Buren County?

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

Is Van Buren County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Van Buren County, AR would need approximately $2,367 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $47,266 per year ($3,939 per month). Van Buren County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Van Buren County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Van Buren County, AR is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 9.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Van Buren County?

The average home value in Van Buren County, AR is $122,300, with average annual property taxes of $562, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Van Buren 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