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Cost & Benefits

Memphis vs West Memphis

Simple answer

You'd likely save $311 a month in West Memphis.

Typical rent is $1,181 in Memphis and $870 in West Memphis. This is the Census typical rent, not a promise about your lease.

Memphis

Tennessee

Typical rent
$1,181
Typical pay
$51,736 a year
2-bedroom fair rent
$1,301
Price index
92.2 (metro)

West Memphis

Arkansas

Typical rent
$870
Typical pay
$42,674 a year
2-bedroom fair rent
$1,301
Price index
92.2 (metro)

Benefits after a move

Benefit rules change with the state, not the city. Check both state guides before you move.