How much does it cost to rent in Centerton, AR?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Centerton, AR is $1,585. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Centerton cheaper than other Arkansas cities?

Centerton is one of the pricier cities in Arkansas, ranking #6 out of 34 cities tracked at $1,585/mo.

When was Centerton rent data last updated?

Centerton rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

Is Centerton a renter's market or a landlord's market?

Based on RentDataNow's Rent Market Meter, Centerton is currently a renter's market. Rents are softening (up only 1.3% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage. The meter is derived from rent-price momentum (year-over-year and month-over-month change), not inventory levels.

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Centerton

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Pop. 21,920·6th most expensive in Arkansas·Rental market data updated monthly for Centerton, AR

Median rent (all units)

$1,585/mo

Year-over-Year

+1.3%

Month-over-Month

-1.6%

vs US Median

-$380

Falling (Monthly)

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Centerton · $1,585

More affordable than 70% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

62/100

Good value

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 6% below what Centerton's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,585/mo

Expected by trend

$1,682/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Centerton's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,070

1 BR

$1,160

2 BR

$1,390

3 BR

$1,950

4 BR+

$2,250

Research median

$1,390/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$19,020/yr

At $1,585/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Renter's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are softening (up only 1.3% YoY), so renters have negotiating leverage.

Based on rent-price momentum (+1.3% YoY, -1.6% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Centerton, AR is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 42.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

21,920

Median income

$115,713

Median age

32.4

Renters

34.4%

Age distribution

27.6%

28.3%

31.1%

Under 1827.6%

18–3428.3%

35–5431.1%

55–645.7%

65+7.2%

Gender

50.5%

49.5%

Male50.5%

Female49.5%

Race & ethnicity

60.2%

13.6%

14.2%

White60.2%

Black6%

Hispanic13.6%

Asian6%

Other14.2%

Education (25+)

23.3%

30.4%

42.2%

No HS diploma4.1%

HS diploma23.3%

Some college30.4%

Bachelor's+42.2%

Housing tenure

65.6%

34.4%

Owner65.6%

Renter34.4%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2022 vs 2026

How Centerton, AR has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,417 → $1,585

up 11.9%

Income

$90,793 → $115,713

up 27.4%

Population

17,455 → 21,920

up 25.6%

Renter share

29.7% → 34.4%

+4.7 pts

Bachelor's+

35.4% → 42.2%

+6.8 pts

Median age

31.6 → 32.4

+0.8 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in Centerton, AR has shifted from $1,417 to $1,585, up 11.9% since 2022. Household income in the area moved from $90,793 to $115,713 across the same window, up 27.4% versus 2021. With wages climbing faster than rent over the same window, renters here have a bit more breathing room than they did five years back. Census counts show Centerton, AR adding about 4,465 residents over the five-year window, up 25.6% on net. The renter share has risen from 29.7% to 34.4%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 35.4% to 42.2% across the same window. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Centerton, AR look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Centerton on your salary?

At $1,585/mo, how Centerton rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $78,418/yr · Rent = 24.3% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $55,676/yr · Rent = 34.2% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $64,134/yr · Rent = 29.7% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $114,631/yr · Rent = 16.6% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $146,470/yr · Rent = 13% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $52,132/yr · Rent = 36.5% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $47,069/yr · Rent = 40.4% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $58,017/yr · Rent = 32.8% income

stretched

By apartment size

Centerton rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Centerton. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

Tips for renters in Centerton

About renting in Centerton, AR

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Centerton is $1,585/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,070/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,390/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,160/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,950/mo.

At 16% of local median household income ($115,713/yr), Centerton ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Centerton an affordable city for renters?

Centerton is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,585/mo, rent takes approximately 16% of the local median household income ($115,713/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Centerton falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Centerton?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $63,000/year (~$30/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,585/mo in Centerton. The local median household income is $115,713/yr, meaning the typical Centerton household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Centerton?

Rent in Centerton has increased 1.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Centerton rent compare to other cities in Arkansas?

Centerton is one of the pricier cities in Arkansas for rent, ranking #6 out of 34 tracked cities at $1,585/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Centerton?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Centerton ($1,585/mo): Springdale ($1,513/mo), Pea Ridge ($1,578/mo).

What percentage of Centerton residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 34.4% of Centerton households are renters, while 65.6% are owner-occupied. Centerton leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Centerton rent compare to the national average?

Centerton's median rent of $1,585/mo is $380 (19%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Arkansas, it ranks #6 out of 34 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

16%

VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,585/mo, rent takes ~16% of Centerton's median household income ($115,713/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Centerton 16%Benchmark 30%

State income tax3.9%

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