Cost of living in Fort Smith

In Fort Smith, United States, a single person typically needs around $1422 per month including rent. A family of four may spend about $3811 monthly.

How expensive is Fort Smith compared to other cities?

Fort Smith is 0% cheaper overall versus the European benchmark.

How does Fort Smith compare to your city?

Fort Smith is 47% cheaper than New York City, without rent.

Rent in Fort Smith is, on average, 75% lower than in New York City.

What drives the cost of living in Fort Smith?

Who is Fort Smith a good fit for?

Fort Smith is most realistic when moving with a strong job offer or relocation package. Without high income, the housing-driven price level can be difficult to sustain.

FAQ

Why is Fort Smith so expensive?

Rent and utilities can significantly impact the overall cost of living. This can make it challenging for those without a substantial income.

Is food expensive in Fort Smith?

Food prices in Fort Smith are 20% higher than the European benchmark. This can affect overall monthly expenses for residents.

Is public transport affordable in Fort Smith?

Public transport is 50% lower than the European benchmark. This makes it a cost-effective option for getting around the city.

Cost of living breakdown

Cost of Living, one person, including rent
1422 $
Without Rent
754 $
Rent & Utilities
668 $
Food
570 $
Transport
38 $
Monthly Salary, after tax
3476 $
GDP per Capita
81,695 $
Freedom Index
8.39
Lifespan
77 years
Speak English
96%
Population
89.1K

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Restaurants

Lunch menu, inexpensive restaurant 14.9 $
Dinner 61.9 $
Fast food, McDonalds or KFC 9.54 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 5.95 $
Capuccino 4.81 $
Coke, 330ml 1.99 $

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Markets

Milk, 1 L or 1 qt 1.11 $
Bread, 0.5 kg or 1 lb 2.77 $
Rice, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.39 $
Eggs, 12 pack 1.84 $
Cheese, 1 kg or 2 lb 11.6 $
Chicken Breast, 1 kg or 2 lb 8.79 $
Round Steak, 1 kg or 2 lb 11.5 $
Apples, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.96 $
Banana, 1 kg or 2 lb 1.53 $
Oranges, 1 kg or 2 lb 4.91 $
Tomato, 1 kg or 2 lb 5.65 $
Potato, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 4.88 $
Onion, 1 kg or 2.2 lb 3.26 $
Water, 1 L or 1 qt 0.93 $
Coca-Cola / Pepsi, 2 L or 67.6 fl oz 2.55 $
Wine, 750 mL bottle 10.8 $
Beer, 0.5 L or 16 fl oz 1.77 $
Cigarette pack 8.53 $

Transportation

One-way Ticket 1.26 $
Monthly Pass 34.7 $
Gas or Petrol, 1l or 0.26 gal 0.78 $
Taxi, 8 km 12.7 $

Personal Care

Doctor Visit, private clinic 138 $
Cold medicine, for 1 week 14.9 $
Hair Shampoo, 400 ml or 12 oz. 5.86 $
Toilet paper, 4 rolls 4.84 $
Toothpaste, 1 tube 2.39 $

Utilities per Month

1 person, electricity, heating, water & garbage 122 $
Family of 4, electricity, heating, water & garbage 188 $
Internet plan, +60 Mbps 61.8 $

Rent per Month

1 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 40 sq.m 486 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, outside of center, 85 sq.m 981 $
1 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 40 sq.m 478 $
3 Bedroom Apartment, in city center, 85 sq.m 1,068 $

Buy Apartment Price

Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment, in city center 1,517 $
Price per Square Meter to Buy House, in suburbs 1,495 $

Salaries and Financing

Average Monthly Net Salary, after tax 3,476 $
Mortgage Interest Rate, for 20 years fixed-rate 6.56%

Sports and Leisure

Fitness Club, Monthly Fee for 1 Adult 22.5 $
Cinema, 1 seat 9.92 $
Haircut 17.8 $

Clothing and Shoes

Brand Sneakers, mid-range, Nike or similar 78.5 $
Brand Jeans, Levis 501 38.5 $

Childcare

Preschool, full day, monthly for 1 child 892 $
International Primary School, yearly for 1 child 22,018 $

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Fort Smith vs Guatemala City (Guatemala City is 29% less expensive) Fort Smith vs Mixco (Mixco is 55% less expensive) Fort Smith vs Coban (Coban is 36% less expensive) Fort Smith vs Quetzaltenango (Quetzaltenango is 45% less expensive) Fort Smith vs Jalapa (Jalapa is 36% less expensive) Fort Smith vs San Miguel Petapa (San Miguel Petapa is 37% less expensive) Fort Smith vs Momostenango (Momostenango is 39% less expensive) Fort Smith vs Mazatenango (Mazatenango is 39% less expensive) Fort Smith vs Flores (Flores is 40% less expensive) Fort Smith vs Panajachel (Panajachel is 44% less expensive)
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