Average Rent in Desha County, AR↑ Rents rising 3.3% YoY🔻 3rd cheapest in AR
HUD FY2027 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 11,041
Market Overview
Desha County, AR has rental prices ranging from $646/month to $1,329/month in 2027, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $700/month — 50% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $36,064/year, spending $700/month on a 1-bedroom represents 23% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.
How Desha County Compares
With an average 2-bedroom rent of $909/month, Desha County ranks #68 most expensive of the 70 cities tracked in Arkansas — more affordable than 94% of all US cities in our data.
The Desha County Rental Market
The Desha County, AR area has a population of about 11,041 and 40% 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 Desha 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 Desha County, AR without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $28,000. The local median household income of $36,064 exceeds that threshold by $8,064, making Desha County relatively accessible compared to local wages.
Economy & Jobs
Desha County, AR has an unemployment rate of 7.8%, 3.9 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 Desha 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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