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COMPREHENSIVE STATEWIDE DATA

COMPREHENSIVE STATEWIDE DATA

Not only does Arkansas have the third-lowest cost of doing business in the U.S., but our cost of living compares favorably to most U.S. metropolitan areas. See Cost of Living Index Comparison below in the Economic Data Reports, to compare annual average prices for grocery, housing, utilities, transportation, and healthcare. Below are downloadable reports on most everything you could want to know about our state. If there's more information we can provide, please let us know. We're ready to show you how Arkansas can work for you and your bottom line.

Pursuant to Act 1282 of 2001, AEDC's annual report to the Arkansas Legislative Council informs the legislature about the state's economic health and potential growth; Arkansas' economic position relative to neighboring states; and AEDC's programs, goals and strategies for the past, current and forthcoming years.
An annual report submitted by the AEDC to the Arkansas Legislative Council for committee distribution addressing each of the requirements specified by ACA §15-4-3224.
The Quick Action Closing Fund allows the Governor to act quickly and decisively in highly competitive situations to finalize an agreement with an employer to locate or expand its business in Arkansas.
Details on Arkansas's 2024 exports by country and commodity.
Total dollar value of all goods and services provided in years 2019 to 2023.
Not only has Arkansas been ranked as having the lowest cost of doing business in the U.S., but our cost of living also compares favorably to most U.S. metropolitan areas. Compare annual average prices for grocery, housing, utilities, transportation, healthcare.