Cost of Living in Washington County, Arkansas

$1,005/mo

Median Monthly Rent

$266,000

Median Home Value

32% above state averageUnaffordable

At a Glance

Median Monthly Rent

$1,005/mo

32% above state average

Median Home Value

$266,000

6% below national

Rent-to-Income Ratio

27.0%

% of income spent on rent

Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)

Affordability Rating

Unaffordable

Rent over 50% of income

How Washington County Compares

Median monthly rent comparison

Washington County$1,005/mo

Arkansas Average$760/mo

National Median$1,163/mo

Detailed Housing Stats

$1,005/mo

Median Gross Rent

$266,000

Median Home Value

$1,147/mo

Monthly Owner Cost

27.0%

Rent-to-Income Ratio

Data Story

About Cost of Living in Washington County, Arkansas

Washington defies affordability stereotypes

Washington County renters spend 18.2% of income on housing, nearly matching the national average despite rents ($1,005) that far exceed it. This works because median income here is $66,426—11% below the national median but $20,000+ above rural Arkansas peers.

Affordable despite high rents

Washington County's 18.2% rent-to-income ratio sits just above the Arkansas average despite charging $1,005 monthly—$245 above the state median. Fayetteville's economic strength pulls in higher incomes that balance the premium rents.

Expensive but income-justified

Washington County's $1,005 rent and $1,147 owner costs are the region's highest, but median income of $66,426 is also the highest. This creates surprising affordability: residents pay more but earn proportionally more.

Ownership costs more than rent

Homeowners in Washington County pay $1,147 monthly, $142 more than renters—the only county in this set where buying costs extra. The median home value of $266,000 reflects Fayetteville's booming real estate market.

Washington for ambitious relocators

Washington County suits those relocating for higher wages and career growth; its 18.2% affordability ratio holds despite premium prices. If your income will rise in Fayetteville, the investment in higher housing costs pays dividends.

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Your Annual Household Income

Rent Burden

18.2%

of gross income

Max Housing (28% Rule)

$1,550

per month

Owner Cost Burden

20.7%

of gross income

The median home in Washington County may be a stretch

Median home value is $266,000. Estimated monthly cost: $2,124 vs. your max of $1,550.

Rent Affordability Guide

Your rent-to-income ratio18.2%

Recommended max30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Washington County, Arkansas?

Washington County, Arkansas has a median monthly rent of $1,005/mo and a median home value of $266,000. The affordability rating is Unaffordable, with rent making up approximately 27.0% of median household income.

What is the median rent in Washington County?

The median gross rent in Washington County is $1,005/mo. This is 32% above state average for Arkansas.

Is Washington County affordable?

Washington County is rated Unaffordable based on rent-to-income ratio of 27.0%. Spending over 50% of income on rent is generally considered unaffordable.

How does Washington County's rent compare to the state average?

Washington County's median rent of $1,005/mo is 32% above state average of $760/mo for Arkansas.

What is the median home value in Washington County?

The median home value in Washington County, Arkansas is $266,000. This is 6% below the national median home value of $281,900.