Average Rent in Cleveland County, AR↑ Rents rising 3.3% YoY🔻 3rd cheapest in AR

Cleveland County, AR has rental prices ranging from $646/month to $1,274/month in 2027, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $695/month — 50% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $50,509/year, spending $695/month on a 1-bedroom represents 17% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Cleveland County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $909/month, Cleveland County ranks #68 most expensive of the 70 cities tracked in Arkansas — more affordable than 94% of all US cities in our data.

The Cleveland County Rental Market

The Cleveland County, AR area has a population of about 7,491 and 21% 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 Cleveland County, AR have risen by $29/month (3.3%) over the past year, from $880 to $909. This modest growth is consistent with broader inflationary trends seen across US rental markets.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Cleveland County, AR without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $27,800. The local median household income of $50,509 exceeds that threshold by $22,709, making Cleveland County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

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