Special Interest
Housing in Desha County
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in Desha County averages $718/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 32% of household income on rent, equal to the national average of 32%.
HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Desha County FMR Area are $630 for a studio, $671 for 1‑bedroom, $880 for 2‑bedroom, $1,208 for 3‑bedroom, and $1,476 for 4‑bedroom.
HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $162 increase for a 2-bedroom in Desha County shows a 23% rise over that period.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Desha County was 6.7% in 2024, compared to Arkansas at 3.5% and the national rate of 4.0%.
