Cost of Living in Landmark, AR

Population 3,679 · Arkansas · Data vintage 2023

48
Cost Index
(100 = US avg)
Page updated: · Data vintage: 2023 ACS 5-Year
Sources: Census ACS·BLS·NOAA·EPA·Zillow · Methodology

Landmark's median household income of $44,577 is a meaningful share below the national figure, which shapes most of the downstream economic indicators — from housing affordability to the share of residents living below the poverty line (40% here).

Geographically, Landmark sits roughly 8 miles south of Little Rock. Median home values run roughly 42% lower than Little Rock's $221,000.

Cost Overview

Housing 42
Rent 56

Scale: 100 = US national average. Green < 90, Red > 110.

About the Cost of Living in Landmark

The median home value in Landmark is $127,700 — 58% below the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $740/month, 44% lower than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $44,577/year is 40% lower than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 4.2%, below the national average of 4.8%. Arkansas's top state income tax rate is 4.4% and the combined sales tax is 9.5%. Overall, Landmark has a cost of living index of 48 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 52% less expensive.

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value
$127,700
58% below avg
Median Rent
$740/mo
44% below avg
Price-to-Rent Ratio
14.4x
Favors buying
Property Tax Rate
0.6%
Effective rate

HUD Fair Market Rents by Bedroom

Studio
$638
1 BR
$684
2 BR
$848
3 BR
$1,151
4 BR
$1,256
Owner-occupied 80.2%
Renter-occupied 19.8%

💰 Estimated Monthly Budget

Rent median rent
$740
Groceries national estimate
$400
Utilities local estimate
$88
Transportation local gas prices
$126
Estimated Total $1,354/mo

Estimates based on median data and national averages. Actual costs vary.

🛒 Food & Groceries

National BLS average prices (2023). Local prices may vary.

🥚
Eggs (dozen)
$0.548
🍞
White Bread (lb)
$1.912
🥩
Ground Beef (lb)
$5.61

🚗 Transportation

Avg Commute
31.5 min
17% above avg
Gas Price
$3.145/gal
0% below avg
Work From Home
2.1%

Commute Mode

Drove alone
91.3%
Carpooled
6.2%
Walked
0.4%
Work from home
2.1%

Utilities

Electricity
$0.176/kWh
0% below avg

📋 Taxes

State Income Tax 4.4%
Total Sales Tax 9.5%
State rate 6.5%
Avg local rate 3.0%
Property Tax 0.6%

💼 Income & Employment

Median Household Income
$44,577
40% below avg
Per Capita Income
$34,708
Unemployment Rate
4.2%
13% below avg
Poverty Rate
39.8%
Labor Force Participation
51.1%

🎓 Education

Bachelor's degree+ 10.1%
Graduate degree 3.9%

👥 Demographics

Median Age 40.9
Male median age 38.3
Female median age 47.1

💨 Air Quality

EPA AQS 2023 — county-level monitoring data

Median AQI 55 — Moderate
33.4%
Good air days/yr
174
Max AQI recorded
305
PM2.5 days
60
Ozone days

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Landmark, AR?

Landmark has a cost index of 48 (100 = national average). It is 52% below the national average.

What is average rent in Landmark, AR?

The median gross rent in Landmark is $740 per month based on 2023 Census data.

What is the average home price in Landmark?

The median home value in Landmark is $127,700 according to 2023 Census ACS data.

What is the median income in Landmark?

The median household income in Landmark is $44,577 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).

What is the sales tax in Landmark, AR?

The combined state and local sales tax rate in Landmark is 9.5%. The Arkansas state income tax top rate is 4.4%.

Is Landmark, AR affordable?

Yes, Landmark is generally considered affordable, with a cost of living index of 48 — about 52% below the US national average of 100.

Landmark at a Glance

Population
3,679
Median Income
$44,577
Home Value
$127,700
Median Rent
$740/mo
Unemployment
4.2%
Sales Tax
9.5%
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