Rent comparison · HUD FY2026
Marion County vs Arkansas
How do Marion County and Arkansas rents compare? A side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent breakdown, studio through 4-bedroom.
- $692
- Marion County (1BR)
- $751
- Arkansas (1BR)
- −8%
- 1BR difference
Side-by-side FY 2026 HUD Fair Market Rent comparison. Data from U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
A 1-bedroom in Marion County is 8% cheaper than Arkansas at the HUD Fair Market Rent level ($692 vs $751). Both figures are the 40th percentile of gross rents (utilities included, telephone excluded) set by HUD for the federal fiscal year 2026. Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher payment standards in each area are set between 90% and 110% of these FMR numbers. Source: HUD Fair Market Rents.
How Do Rents Compare By Bedroom?
| Bedrooms | Marion County | Arkansas | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $650 | $700 | −$50 (-7%) |
| 1 Bedroom | $692 | $751 | −$59 (-8%) |
| 2 Bedroom | $908 | $944 | −$36 (-4%) |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,132 | $1,239 | −$107 (-9%) |
| 4 Bedroom | $1,280 | $1,406 | −$126 (-9%) |
vs US National Average
National average 1BR: $959. Marion County is 28% below the US average. Arkansas is 22% below.
Sources: HUD Fair Market Rents FY 2026. Population and median income from U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS).