Cost of Living in Bentonville, AR
Population: 56,326 • 2026 Data
$108,465
Median Household Income
+40% vs national
$1,238
Median Monthly Rent
-8% vs national
$370,700
Median Home Value
+9% vs national
2.7%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Bentonville
The median home value in Bentonville, AR is $370,700. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,238, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,419.
Rent-to-income ratio: 13.7%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Bentonville, AR is $108,465. The unemployment rate stands at 2.7%, with a labor force of 31,200 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.