Average Rent in Clark County, AR↑ Rents rising 5.5% YoY
HUD FY2027 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 21,378
Market Overview
Clark County, AR has rental prices ranging from $711/month to $1,312/month in 2027, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $716/month — 49% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $50,985/year, spending $716/month on a 1-bedroom represents 17% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.
How Clark County Compares
With an average 2-bedroom rent of $928/month, Clark County ranks #22 most expensive of the 70 cities tracked in Arkansas — more affordable than 86% of all US cities in our data.
The Clark County Rental Market
The Clark County, AR area has a population of about 21,378 and 39% of households renting rather than owning. That renter share runs above the US average of ~34%, pointing to a competitive rental market where vacancies clear quickly and rents are less negotiable.
Rent Trends
2-bedroom rents in Clark County, AR have risen by $48/month (5.5%) over the past year, from $880 to $928. This modest growth is consistent with broader inflationary trends seen across US rental markets.
Affordability
To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Clark County, AR without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $28,640. The local median household income of $50,985 exceeds that threshold by $22,345, making Clark County relatively accessible compared to local wages.
Economy & Jobs
Clark County, AR has an unemployment rate of 5.4%, 1.5 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 Clark 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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