The Genworth 2021 Cost of Care Survey reveals Seniors in Pine Bluff pay $4,004 per month on average for home care, which is a little lower than the state rate of $4,185 and substantially cheaper than the national average rate of $4,957. Jonesboro is one of the only cities in Arkansas with cheaper home care rates, with residents paying $3,909 for services. In Fort Smith and Little Rock, respective monthly averages come in at $4,176 and $4,290. In Fayetteville, home care rates are the highest surveyed in the state at $4,957.