Cost of Living in Miller County, Arkansas
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
How Miller County Compares
Median monthly rent comparison
Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Miller County ranks #2,888 of 3,144 counties for affordability (bottom 8%)
Data Story
About Cost of Living in Miller County, Arkansas
Miller County rents strain wallets
Miller County renters spend 21.2% of income on housing, significantly above the national average of roughly 18%, creating notable affordability pressure. With a median household income of $49,983, the $882 median rent consumes a larger share of earnings than most Americans face.
Miller ranks least affordable here
Miller County has the highest rent-to-income ratio (21.2%) among the eight counties profiled and well above Arkansas's 18.1% state average, making it the least affordable. The median rent of $882 pairs with below-average income, creating the toughest renting climate in this group.
Miller rents bite deepest here
Miller County's $882 median rent and 21.2% rent-to-income ratio exceed all peer counties in this analysis, reflecting both high absolute costs and low relative income. Only Marion County (20.2%) comes close to Miller's affordability strain, though Miller remains the most burdened.
Renters face steeper burden
Renters pay $882 monthly (21.2% of the $49,983 household income)—the highest rent burden by ratio in this cohort—while homeowners pay $644 (12.9% of income). Ownership costs are roughly half the rent proportion, offering meaningful relief for those able to purchase.
Miller County: prioritize ownership
If relocating to Miller County, renting consumes over 21% of income, making homeownership pursuit critical for affordability; median home value of $148,200 is reachable for many buyers. Compare Miller carefully against neighboring counties; significant savings may be found by exploring adjacent areas.
Cost of Living Advisory: Miller County
Affordability Verdict
For renters in Miller County, the market is affordable. Expect to pay around $882/month in gross rent, with 31.0% of renter households considered cost-burdened.
Rent vs. Own
Renters in Miller County pay $882/month on average, compared to $644/month for homeowners. This market favors buyers by about 27%.
Income Needed
To afford the median rent without exceeding 30% of gross income, a household needs to earn approximately $35,280/year. For owner costs at the 28% rule, the required income is roughly $27,600/year. With a median household income of $49,983, most households can comfortably afford rent here. Notably, 31.0% of renter households in Miller County are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Regional Context
Miller County sits 7% more expensive than Crawford County ($828/month) in terms of median gross rent.
Affordability Calculator
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Rent Burden
21.2%
of gross income
Max Housing (28% Rule)
$1,166
per month
Owner Cost Burden
15.5%
of gross income
The median home in Miller County may be a stretch
Median home value is $148,200. Estimated monthly cost: $1,183 vs. your max of $1,166.
Rent Affordability Guide
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Based on the 30% rule for rent and 28% rule for housing costs (mortgage + owner costs). Mortgage estimate assumes 20% down, 7.2% interest, 30-year fixed.
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See Today's RatesData: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023) — Informational only. Not financial or legal advice.
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