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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Jonesboro, AR is $1,381. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Jonesboro cheaper than other Arkansas cities?

Jonesboro falls in the middle range for Arkansas, ranking #14 out of 34 cities at $1,381/mo.

When was Jonesboro rent data last updated?

Jonesboro 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

Jonesboro

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Pop. 80,137·14th most expensive in Arkansas·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US

Median rent (all units)

$1,381/mo

Year-over-Year

+2.3%

Month-over-Month

+2.5%

vs US Median

-$584

Rising (Monthly)

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Jonesboro · $1,381

More affordable than 83% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

51/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where Jonesboro's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent

$1,381/mo

Expected by trend

$1,390/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$737

1 BR

$857

2 BR

$1,027

3 BR

$1,377

4 BR+

$1,610

Research median

$1,027/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

$16,572/yr

At $1,381/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 2.3% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+2.3% YoY, +2.5% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Jonesboro, AR is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income below the national average, 31.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

80,137

Median income

$55,424

Median age

33.9

Renters

45.7%

Age distribution

24%

27.5%

24.5%

14.2%

Under 1824%

18–3427.5%

35–5424.5%

55–649.8%

65+14.2%

Gender

48.5%

51.5%

Male48.5%

Female51.5%

Race & ethnicity

64.2%

22.8%

White64.2%

Black22.8%

Hispanic7.5%

Asian1.6%

Other3.9%

Education (25+)

28.4%

30.6%

31.8%

No HS diploma9.2%

HS diploma28.4%

Some college30.6%

Bachelor's+31.8%

Housing tenure

54.3%

45.7%

Owner54.3%

Renter45.7%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Jonesboro, AR has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,117 → $1,381

up 23.6%

Income

$48,901 → $55,424

up 13.3%

Population

77,520 → 80,137

up 3.4%

Renter share

47.3% → 45.7%

-1.6 pts

Bachelor's+

31.8% → 31.8%

+0.0 pts

Compared with 2021, rent in Jonesboro, AR has climbed by $264 per month, settling near $1,381 after starting the period at $1,117. On the earnings side, the typical household in Jonesboro, AR now reports about $55,424, up from $48,901 in 2021. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 10.3 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 77,520 to 80,137 between 2021 and 2024, a 3.4% change. About 45.7% of households rent today, against 47.3% in 2021. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Jonesboro, AR reflects that arc in its own way.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Jonesboro on your salary?

At $1,381/mo, how Jonesboro rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $78,418/yr · Rent = 21.1% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $55,676/yr · Rent = 29.8% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $64,134/yr · Rent = 25.8% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $114,631/yr · Rent = 14.5% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $146,470/yr · Rent = 11.3% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $52,132/yr · Rent = 31.8% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $47,069/yr · Rent = 35.2% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $58,017/yr · Rent = 28.6% income

affordable

By apartment size

Jonesboro rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Jonesboro, AR

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Jonesboro is $1,381/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $737/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,027/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $857/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,377/mo.

At 30% of local median household income ($55,424/yr), Jonesboro ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 2.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Jonesboro an affordable city for renters?

Jonesboro is considered moderate for renters. At $1,381/mo, rent takes approximately 30% of the local median household income ($55,424/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Jonesboro slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Jonesboro?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $55,000/year (~$26/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,381/mo in Jonesboro. The local median household income is $55,424/yr, meaning the typical Jonesboro household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Jonesboro?

Rent in Jonesboro has increased 2.3% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Jonesboro neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Jonesboro are 72401 ($1,138/mo), 72404 ($1,457/mo), and 72405 ($1,607/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Jonesboro is $1,381/mo.

How does Jonesboro rent compare to other cities in Arkansas?

Jonesboro is middle-of-the-pack for Arkansas for rent, ranking #14 out of 34 tracked cities at $1,381/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Jonesboro?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Jonesboro ($1,381/mo): Batesville ($864/mo), Paragould ($1,094/mo), Memphis ($1,280/mo).

What percentage of Jonesboro residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 45.7% of Jonesboro households are renters, while 54.3% are owner-occupied. Jonesboro leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Jonesboro rent compare to the national average?

Jonesboro's median rent of $1,381/mo is $584 (30%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Arkansas, it ranks #14 out of 34 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

30%

MODERATE

At $1,381/mo, rent takes ~30% of Jonesboro's median household income ($55,424/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Jonesboro 30%Benchmark 30%

State income tax3.9%

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