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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Fayetteville, AR is $1,720. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Fayetteville cheaper than other Arkansas cities?

Fayetteville is one of the pricier cities in Arkansas, ranking #2 out of 34 cities tracked at $1,720/mo.

When was Fayetteville rent data last updated?

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

City Report · AR

Fayetteville

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Pop. 99,319·2nd most expensive in Arkansas·Rental market data updated monthly for Fayetteville, AR

Median rent (all units)

$1,720/mo

Year-over-Year

+2.2%

Month-over-Month

+0.3%

vs US Median

-$245

Stable (Monthly)

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Fayetteville · $1,720

More affordable than 60% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

57/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 4% below what Fayetteville's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent

$1,720/mo

Expected by trend

$1,784/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$873

1 BR

$947

2 BR

$1,140

3 BR

$1,600

4 BR+

$1,847

Research median

$1,140/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

$20,640/yr

At $1,720/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are climbing (2.2% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.

Based on rent-price momentum (+2.2% YoY, +0.3% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Fayetteville, AR is majority renter-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income below the national average, 49% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

99,319

Median income

$62,695

Median age

28.8

Renters

58.2%

Age distribution

18%

41.9%

22.3%

Under 1818%

18–3441.9%

35–5422.3%

55–648%

65+9.8%

Gender

48.7%

51.3%

Male48.7%

Female51.3%

Race & ethnicity

72%

White72%

Black4.9%

Hispanic9.2%

Asian2.5%

Other11.5%

Education (25+)

22.1%

23.8%

49%

No HS diploma5.1%

HS diploma22.1%

Some college23.8%

Bachelor's+49%

Housing tenure

41.8%

58.2%

Owner41.8%

Renter58.2%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Fayetteville, AR has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,252 → $1,720

up 37.4%

Income

$52,111 → $62,695

up 20.3%

Population

92,070 → 99,319

up 7.9%

Renter share

60% → 58.2%

-1.8 pts

Bachelor's+

50.9% → 49%

-1.9 pts

The median rent in Fayetteville, AR stood at $1,252 in 2021 and currently runs about $1,720, reflecting a 37.4% increase over the period. Household income in the area moved from $52,111 to $62,695 across the same window, up 20.3% versus 2021. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 7.9% since 2021, moving from about 92,070 residents to roughly 99,319. Renters now make up 58.2% of households, compared with 60% five years ago. Reading these numbers side by side helps frame whether current listings in Fayetteville, AR look reasonable against where the market sat half a decade ago.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Fayetteville on your salary?

At $1,720/mo, how Fayetteville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $78,418/yr · Rent = 26.3% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $55,676/yr · Rent = 37.1% income

stretched

Police Officer

Avg $64,134/yr · Rent = 32.2% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $114,631/yr · Rent = 18% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $146,470/yr · Rent = 14.1% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $52,132/yr · Rent = 39.6% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $47,069/yr · Rent = 43.9% income

rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $58,017/yr · Rent = 35.6% income

stretched

By apartment size

Fayetteville rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

Tips for renters in Fayetteville

About renting in Fayetteville, AR

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Fayetteville is $1,720/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $873/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,140/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $947/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,600/mo.

At 33% of local median household income ($62,695/yr), Fayetteville ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.2% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Fayetteville an affordable city for renters?

Fayetteville is considered moderate for renters. At $1,720/mo, rent takes approximately 33% of the local median household income ($62,695/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Fayetteville slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Fayetteville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $69,000/year (~$33/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,720/mo in Fayetteville. The local median household income is $62,695/yr, meaning the typical Fayetteville household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Fayetteville?

Rent in Fayetteville has increased 2.2% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Fayetteville neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Fayetteville are 72703 ($1,573/mo), 72701 ($1,590/mo), and 72704 ($1,832/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Fayetteville is $1,720/mo.

How does Fayetteville rent compare to other cities in Arkansas?

Fayetteville is one of the pricier cities in Arkansas for rent, ranking #2 out of 34 tracked cities at $1,720/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Fayetteville?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Fayetteville ($1,720/mo): Rogers ($1,473/mo), Springdale ($1,513/mo), Farmington ($1,623/mo).

What percentage of Fayetteville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 58.2% of Fayetteville households are renters, while 41.8% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Fayetteville has a strong rental market.

How does Fayetteville rent compare to the national average?

Fayetteville's median rent of $1,720/mo is $245 (12%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Arkansas, it ranks #2 out of 34 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

33%

MODERATE

At $1,720/mo, rent takes ~33% of Fayetteville's median household income ($62,695/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Fayetteville 33%Benchmark 30%

State income tax3.9%

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