Special Interest
Housing in Arkansas County
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in Arkansas County averages $843/month for a 2‑bedroom in 2024, compared to the Arkansas median of $947 and the national median of $1,413. Local renters spend approximately 33% of household income on rent, above the national average of 32%.
HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Arkansas County FMR Area are $689 for a studio, $722 for 1‑bedroom, $948 for 2‑bedroom, $1,192 for 3‑bedroom, and $1,590 for 4‑bedroom.
HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $105 increase for a 2-bedroom in Arkansas County shows a 12% rise over that period.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Arkansas County was 3.5% in 2024, compared to Arkansas at 3.5% and the national rate of 4.0%.
