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Cost of Living Comparison 2026

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

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You'd spend $1.5K/month more in Phoenix, AZ

$150.0K in your current city equals $167.8K in Phoenix, AZ

Rent data from HUD ZIP-level estimates · COL index from area
Overall Cost
↑ 19.8%
More expensive
Monthly Impact
$1,484
Extra cost
Annual Impact
$17.8K
Per year

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

Jonesboro, AR

Population:81K
Cost Index:100
Median Home:$180K

Phoenix, AZ

Population:1608K
Cost Index:120
Median Home:$414K

Jonesboro, AR

The Natural State

81K
Population
State Tax
Yes

Located in Arkansas, this city has a population of 81K residents.

Phoenix, AZ

The Grand Canyon State

1.6M
Population
State Tax
Yes
Climate
Hot desert

Notable Facts

  • •Fastest growing major city
  • •Desert metropolis
  • •Spring training capital

Major Industries

TechnologyHealthcareTourismManufacturing

Cost Breakdown by Category

Annual spending: Jonesboro, AR vs Phoenix, AZ

🏠Housing
↑ 50.9%
Jonesboro, AR
$1,848
Phoenix, AZ
$2,788
Difference
$940
more
🚗Transportation
↑ 19.6%
Jonesboro, AR
$1,245
Phoenix, AZ
$1,489
Difference
$244
more
🏥Healthcare
↑ 11.7%
Jonesboro, AR
$527
Phoenix, AZ
$589
Difference
$61.48
more
⚡All Utilities
↑ 5.8%
Jonesboro, AR
$531
Phoenix, AZ
$561
Difference
$30.66
more
🛒Groceries
↑ 2.5%
Jonesboro, AR
$940
Phoenix, AZ
$963
Difference
$23.13
more
📦Other
↑ 0.0%
Jonesboro, AR
$1,677
Phoenix, AZ
$1,677
Difference
$0.31
more

🏠Rent Comparison

Studio
From$771
To$1,390
↑ $619
1 Bed
From$842
To$1,510
↑ $668
2 Bed
From$1,002
To$1,750
↑ $748
3 Bed
From$1,352
To$2,330
↑ $978
Jonesboro, ARZIP-level data

1BR range: $840–$840/mo

Phoenix, AZZIP-level data

1BR range: $1,300–$2,380/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.

$6,769
Monthly in Jonesboro, AR
$8,068
Monthly in Phoenix, AZ
$1,299
Difference

Home Values

Jonesboro
Phoenix
$180K
Median Value
$414K
↑ +0.7%
YoY Change
↓ -3.1%
↑ +22.6%
5-Year Change
↑ +30.2%
$180K
Price Range
$274K - $957K

Homes in Phoenix are 130% more expensive than Jonesboro

Calculate payment - JonesboroCalculate payment - Phoenix

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

Tax Comparison

Annual tax burden comparison at $150.0K salary

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

Jonesboro, 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

Jonesboro, AR Tax Rates

Sales Tax:9.4%
Property Tax:0.6%

Phoenix, AZ Tax Rates

Sales Tax:8.5%
Property Tax:0.6%

💡 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

Jonesboro
Phoenix
55 Moderate
Air Quality
77 Moderate
34.4%
Good Air Days
9%
99 High
Climate Risk
100 Very High
🌊🌡🫨
Top Hazards
🔥🌊🌡
▲+2.8°F
2050 Outlook
▲+2.7°F
54 days
Heat Days >95°F
162 days
▲+2.8°F
2050 Outlook
▲+2.7°F
54 days
Heat Days >95°F
162 days

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

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