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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

📍 Benton, AR — ZIP-level rent data · COL adjusted from Memphis, TN area

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You'd spend $2.0K/month more in Nashville, TN

$150.0K in your current city equals $173.8K in Nashville, TN

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates · COL index from Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR area
Overall Cost
↑ 26.4%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$1,983
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$23.8K
Per year

Based on monthly living costs (rent, groceries, utilities, transport, healthcare). Home purchase prices shown separately below.

Benton, AR

Population:38K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$200K

Nashville, TN

Population:689K
Cost Index:126
Median Home:$489K

Benton, AR

The Natural State

38K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Arkansas, this city has a population of 38K residents.

Nashville, TN

The Volunteer State

689K
Population
State Tax
No Income Tax
Climate
Humid subtropical

Notable Facts

  • •Music City USA
  • •Country music capital
  • •Healthcare industry hub

Major Industries

Music IndustryHealthcareTourismFinance

Cost Breakdown by Category

Annual spending: Benton, AR vs Nashville, TN

🏠Housing
↑ 68.5%
Benton, AR
$1,573
Nashville, TN
$2,651
Difference
$1,078
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📦Other
↑ 22.5%
Benton, AR
$1,586
Nashville, TN
$1,942
Difference
$356
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🚗Transportation
↑ 9.1%
Benton, AR
$1,177
Nashville, TN
$1,284
Difference
$107
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🏥Healthcare
↑ 18.5%
Benton, AR
$513
Nashville, TN
$607
Difference
$94.64
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🛒Groceries
↑ 3.8%
Benton, AR
$914
Nashville, TN
$949
Difference
$35.14
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⚡All Utilities
↑ 0.6%
Benton, AR
$516
Nashville, TN
$519
Difference
$3.26
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🏠Rent Comparison

Studio
From$789
To$1,600
↑ $811
1 Bed
From$789
To$1,680
↑ $891
2 Bed
From$918
To$1,840
↑ $922
3 Bed
From$1,232
To$2,350
↑ $1,118
Benton, ARZIP-level data

1BR range: $980–$980/mo

Nashville, TNZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,320–$2,230/mo

💡 Note: Rent prices are based on HUD Fair Market Rent data and represent median costs. Actual prices vary by neighborhood, amenities, and condition. Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents FY2026.

$6,278
Monthly in Benton, AR
$7,952
Monthly in Nashville, TN
$1,674
Difference

Home Values

Benton
Nashville
$200K
Median Value
$489K
↑ +1.8%
YoY Change
↓ -2.1%
↑ +31.4%
5-Year Change
↑ +32.1%
$200K
Price Range
$320K - $1.16M

Homes in Nashville are 144% more expensive than Benton

Calculate payment - BentonCalculate payment - Nashville

Source: Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI), January 2026

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
↑ $9.0K
Per year
Monthly Difference
$752
More take-home
Effective Rate Diff
6.0%
Rate difference

Benton, AR

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Arkansas State Tax
Effective: 6.0%
$9.0K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 30.7%
$46.0K
Take-Home Pay
$8,664/month
$104.0K

Nashville, TN

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Tennessee State Tax
No state income tax
$0
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 24.7%
$37.0K
Take-Home Pay
$9,416/month
$113.0K

Additional Tax Information

Benton, AR Tax Rates

Sales Tax:9.4%
Property Tax:0.6%

Nashville, TN Tax Rates

Sales Tax:9.5%
Property Tax:0.7%

💡 Note: Tax calculations are estimates based on 2024/2025 tax brackets for single filers with standard deduction. Actual taxes may vary based on filing status, deductions, credits, and local variations.

Environment

Benton
Nashville
55 Moderate
Air Quality
50 Good
34.4%
Good Air Days
51.6%
99 High
Climate Risk
97 High
🌊🌡🫨
Top Hazards
🌊🫨🌪
▲+2.8°F
2050 Outlook
▲+2.8°F
54 days
Heat Days >95°F
42 days
▲+2.8°F
2050 Outlook
▲+2.8°F
54 days
Heat Days >95°F
42 days

💰 See how taxes change too — compare take-home pay between Arkansas and Tennessee on TaxTakeHome.com

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