Average Rent in Carroll County, AR↑ Rents rising 5.3% YoY🔺 8th priciest in AR
HUD FY2027 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 28,526
Market Overview
Carroll County, AR has rental prices ranging from $700/month to $1,409/month in 2027, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $768/month — 45% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $55,187/year, spending $768/month on a 1-bedroom represents 17% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.
How Carroll County Compares
With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,005/month, Carroll County ranks #8 most expensive of the 70 cities tracked in Arkansas — more affordable than 66% of all US cities in our data.
The Carroll County Rental Market
The Carroll County, AR area has a population of about 28,526 and 22% of households renting rather than owning. That renter share runs below the US average of ~34%, a more homeowner-heavy market where rental inventory can be limited.
Rent Trends
2-bedroom rents in Carroll County, AR have risen by $51/month (5.3%) over the past year, from $954 to $1,005. This modest growth is consistent with broader inflationary trends seen across US rental markets.
Affordability
To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Carroll County, AR without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $30,720. The local median household income of $55,187 exceeds that threshold by $24,467, making Carroll County relatively accessible compared to local wages.
Economy & Jobs
Carroll County, AR has an unemployment rate of 4.3%, 0.4 percentage points above the national average of 3.9%. A higher unemployment rate can moderate rental demand over time, which may help keep rent growth in check compared to tighter job markets.
Fair Market Rents
HUD FY2027Is Carroll County, AR Affordable?
Income needed to rent or buy, price history, and how this city compares to nearby metros.
Affordability Index(30% income rule)
Nearby Cities in ARlargest metros in the state
| City | Studio | 1BR | 2BR | 3BR | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis | $1,095 | $1,191 | $1,301 | $1,717 | — |
| Little Rock | $964 | $969 | $1,121 | $1,504 | — |
| Fayetteville | $916 | $1,056 | $1,256 | $1,739 | — |
| Franklin County | $642 | $646 | $848 | $1,060 | — |
| Fort Smith | $741 | $748 | $979 | $1,324 | — |
| Texarkana | $839 | $874 | $1,118 | $1,403 | — |
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