salaryFayetteville is the 2nd-largest city in Arkansas that we track, with 99,319 residents. Rent is lower than in 75% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs about 5.2 years of household income. Commutes are short, about 18.5 minutes. Most households rent (58%), so there are plenty of rental options.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $48,520 a year. That is $23 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Arkansas cities?
No. Rent here is more expensive than in most of Arkansas. It is number 50 of 71 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Fayetteville?
Share of households by yearly income. 23.4% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Fayetteville
| Size | Fayetteville | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $807 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $912 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,114 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,587 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,690 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Fayetteville overall?
Everyday prices in the Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers metro area are 9% below the U.S. average (index 91.4, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Fayetteville
Life in Fayetteville
What jobs pay in Fayetteville
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist | $138,770 | 10.5% |
| Physician Assistant | $130,810 | 11.1% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $127,380 | 11.4% |
| Lawyer | $126,220 | 11.5% |
| Software Developer | $105,130 | 13.8% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $94,860 | 15.3% |
| Dental Hygienist | $87,210 | 16.7% |
| Market Research Analyst | $83,000 | 17.5% |
| Civil Engineer | $82,960 | 17.5% |
| Operations Manager | $81,800 | 17.8% |
| Registered Nurse | $77,910 | 18.7% |
| Accountant | $77,190 | 18.9% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $61,970 | 23.5% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,010 | 23.9% |
| Truck Driver | $60,480 | 24.1% |
| HVAC Technician | $53,620 | 27.1% |
| Police Officer | $53,420 | 27.2% |
| Plumber | $52,100 | 27.9% |
| Electrician | $49,230 | 29.6% |
| Carpenter | $49,070 | 29.7% |
| Customer Service Representative | $39,510 | 36.8% |
| Firefighter | $38,570 | 37.7% |
| Medical Assistant | $38,400 | 37.9% |
| Warehouse Worker | $36,930 | 39.4% |
| Nursing Assistant | $35,820 | 40.6% |
| Restaurant Cook | $33,730 | 43.2% |
| Retail Salesperson | $30,300 | 48.0% |
| Cashier | $29,820 | 48.8% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $26,210 | 55.5% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Fayetteville?
Renting is cheaper right now: about $1,213 a month less.
Owning assumes a typical $349,600 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $34,960 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Fayetteville, AR?
Renting in Fayetteville costs a median of about $1,213 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Arkansas median is $1,068.
How much do I need to make to live in Fayetteville?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $48,520 a year, or $23 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Fayetteville cheap or expensive?
Fayetteville is rated OK: rent takes 21.5% of the typical household income of $67,617. It ranks 50th cheapest of 71 Arkansas cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Fayetteville?
The median homeowner in Fayetteville pays $1,946 a year in property taxes, about 0.56% of the median home value.
Is Fayetteville more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 9% below the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Fayetteville?
The median home value in Fayetteville is $349,600, about 5.2 times the typical yearly household income.
99,319 people live in Fayetteville. Numbers are typical (middle) values.