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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

๐Ÿ“ Cabot, AR โ€” ZIP-level rent data ยท COL adjusted from Memphis, TN area

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You'd spend $1.9K/month more in Phoenix, AZ

$150.0K in your current city equals $173.1K in Phoenix, AZ

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates ยท COL index from Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR area
Overall Cost
โ†‘ 25.7%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$1,928
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$23.1K
Per year

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

Cabot, AR

Population:27K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$244K

Phoenix, AZ

Population:1608K
Cost Index:126
Median Home:$414K

Cabot, AR

The Natural State

27K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Arkansas, this city has a population of 27K residents.

Phoenix, AZ

The Grand Canyon State

1.6M
Population
State Tax
Yes
Climate
Hot desert

Notable Facts

  • โ€ขFastest growing major city
  • โ€ขDesert metropolis
  • โ€ขSpring training capital

Major Industries

TechnologyHealthcareTourismManufacturing

Cost Breakdown by Category

Annual spending: Cabot, AR vs Phoenix, AZ

๐Ÿ Housing
โ†‘ 75.9%
Cabot, AR
$1,585
Phoenix, AZ
$2,788
Difference
$1,203
more
๐Ÿš—Transportation
โ†‘ 25.5%
Cabot, AR
$1,187
Phoenix, AZ
$1,489
Difference
$302
more
๐Ÿ“ฆOther
โ†‘ 5.0%
Cabot, AR
$1,598
Phoenix, AZ
$1,677
Difference
$79.41
more
๐ŸฅHealthcare
โ†‘ 14.4%
Cabot, AR
$515
Phoenix, AZ
$589
Difference
$74.06
more
๐Ÿ›’Groceries
โ†‘ 5.0%
Cabot, AR
$918
Phoenix, AZ
$963
Difference
$45.57
more
โšกAll Utilities
โ†‘ 8.4%
Cabot, AR
$518
Phoenix, AZ
$561
Difference
$43.33
more

๐Ÿ Rent Comparison

Studio
From$795
To$1,390
โ†‘ $595
1 Bed
From$795
To$1,510
โ†‘ $715
2 Bed
From$925
To$1,750
โ†‘ $825
3 Bed
From$1,241
To$2,330
โ†‘ $1,089
Cabot, ARZIP-level data

1BR range: $980โ€“$980/mo

Phoenix, AZZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,300โ€“$2,380/mo

๐Ÿ’ก 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.

$6,320
Monthly in Cabot, AR
$8,068
Monthly in Phoenix, AZ
$1,748
Difference

Home Values

Cabot
Phoenix
$244K
Median Value
$414K
โ†‘ +2.2%
YoY Change
โ†“ -3.1%
โ†‘ +36.8%
5-Year Change
โ†‘ +30.2%
$244K
Price Range
$274K - $957K

Homes in Phoenix are 69% more expensive than Cabot

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

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

Tax Savings
โ†‘ $3.8K
Per year
Monthly Difference
$316
More take-home
Effective Rate Diff
2.5%
Rate difference

Cabot, 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

Phoenix, AZ

Federal Income Tax
Effective: 18.9%
$25.5K
Arizona State Tax
Effective: 3.5%
$5.2K
FICA Taxes
Social Security + Medicare
$11.5K
Total Taxes
Effective: 28.2%
$42.2K
Take-Home Pay
$8,979/month
$107.8K

Additional Tax Information

Cabot, AR Tax Rates

Sales Tax:9.4%
Property Tax:0.6%

Phoenix, AZ Tax Rates

Sales Tax:8.5%
Property Tax:0.6%

๐Ÿ’ก 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

Cabot
Phoenix
55 Moderate
Air Quality
77 Moderate
34.4%
Good Air Days
9%
99 High
Climate Risk
100 Very High
๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒก๐Ÿซจ
Top Hazards
๐Ÿ”ฅ๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒก
โ–ฒ+2.8ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+2.7ยฐF
54 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
162 days
โ–ฒ+2.8ยฐF
2050 Outlook
โ–ฒ+2.7ยฐF
54 days
Heat Days >95ยฐF
162 days

๐Ÿ’ฐ See how taxes change too โ€” compare take-home pay between Arkansas and Arizona on TaxTakeHome.com

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