Average Rent in Lincoln County, AR↑ Rents rising 3.3% YoY🔻 3rd cheapest in AR
HUD FY2027 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 12,966
Market Overview
Lincoln 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 $51,667/year, spending $695/month on a 1-bedroom represents 16% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.
How Lincoln County Compares
With an average 2-bedroom rent of $909/month, Lincoln County ranks #68 most expensive of the 70 cities tracked in Arkansas — more affordable than 94% of all US cities in our data.
The Lincoln County Rental Market
The Lincoln County, AR area has a population of about 12,966 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 Lincoln 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 Lincoln 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 $51,667 exceeds that threshold by $23,867, making Lincoln County relatively accessible compared to local wages.
Fair Market Rents
HUD FY2027Is Lincoln 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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