Cost of Living in Vilonia, AR

Population 4,405 · Arkansas · Data vintage 2023

73
Cost Index
(100 = US avg)
Page updated: · Data vintage: 2023 ACS 5-Year
Sources: Census ACS·BLS·NOAA·EPA·Zillow · Methodology

Buyers in Vilonia can reasonably expect a home to cost less than three years of household income — $211,000 against $82,753 in typical earnings — a ratio that has collapsed to 5:1 or worse in much of the country.

Geographically, Vilonia is about 25 miles north of Little Rock, the nearest large metro. Housing prices track closely with Little Rock's $221,000 median.

Cost Overview

Housing 69
Rent 79

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

About the Cost of Living in Vilonia

The median home value in Vilonia is $210,700 — 31% below the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $1,032/month, 21% lower than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $82,753/year is 11% higher than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 4.9%, above 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, Vilonia has a cost of living index of 73 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 27% less expensive.

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value
$210,700
31% below avg
Zillow Home Value
$272,727
Zillow ZHVI
Median Rent
$1,032/mo
21% below avg
Price-to-Rent Ratio
17.0x
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 83.5%
Renter-occupied 16.5%

💰 Estimated Monthly Budget

Rent median rent
$1,032
Groceries national estimate
$400
Utilities local estimate
$88
Transportation local gas prices
$126
Estimated Total $1,646/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
32.6 min
21% above avg
Gas Price
$3.145/gal
0% below avg
Work From Home
3.7%

Commute Mode

Drove alone
90.9%
Carpooled
3.9%
Work from home
3.7%

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
$82,753
11% above avg
Per Capita Income
$28,459
Unemployment Rate
4.9%
1% above avg
Poverty Rate
10.7%
Labor Force Participation
61.0%

🎓 Education

Bachelor's degree+ 12.4%
Graduate degree 9.7%

👥 Demographics

Median Age 34.8
Male median age 35
Female median age 34.6

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Vilonia, AR?

Vilonia has a cost index of 73 (100 = national average). It is 27% below the national average.

What is average rent in Vilonia, AR?

The median gross rent in Vilonia is $1,032 per month based on 2023 Census data.

What is the average home price in Vilonia?

The median home value in Vilonia is $210,700 according to Zillow and Census data.

What is the median income in Vilonia?

The median household income in Vilonia is $82,753 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).

What is the sales tax in Vilonia, AR?

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

Is Vilonia, AR affordable?

Yes, Vilonia is generally considered affordable, with a cost of living index of 73 — about 27% below the US national average of 100.

Vilonia at a Glance

Population
4,405
Median Income
$82,753
Home Value
$210,700
Median Rent
$1,032/mo
Unemployment
4.9%
Sales Tax
9.5%
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