Rental GuideJonesboro, AR

Jonesboro rent data for:

Apartments for rent

Average Rent

$1,050

Year Over Year Change

-3%

$34

Rentals available, last 30 days

256

Rent ranges for Jonesboro apartments

$2,251 - $3,000

$1,501 - $2,250

$751 - $1,500

$0 - $750

$2,251 - $3,000

$1,501 - $2,250

17%

$751 - $1,500

71%

$0 - $750

11%

17%

71%

11%

How has rent in Jonesboro, AR changed in the last two years?

The average rent in Jonesboro, AR, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $1,050, which is a 2.85% decrease year-over-year.

The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Jonesboro, AR is about $985. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Jonesboro, AR is $985, and studios are about $550 per month.

See more Jonesboro, AR rent data on our rent research page.

What are the K-12 schools in Jonesboro, AR?

schools

6,709

students

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Who lives in Jonesboro, AR?

Gender

48% Male

52% Female

Age Range

0-19

28%

20-34

22%

35-44

13%

45-64

21%

65+

13%

Language

English

92%

Spanish

Indo Euro

Asia Pac

Other

Education

No HS

High School

51%

Bachelor's

26%

Master's

Prof Degree

Doctorate

What is the household breakdown in Jonesboro, AR?

Families

44% Families

56% Single

Property

48% Renters

52% Owners

Household Income

0-25k

26%

25-50k

26%

50-75k

17%

75-100k

10%

100-150k

11%

150k+

How do residents get around Jonesboro, AR?

Jonesboro locals spend about 17 minutes commuting, and most drive to get to work. The best way to fly in or out of Jonesboro is through Memphis International Airport, 68.74 miles away.

Walking

4/10

Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Cycling

3/10

This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Driving

10/10

Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Transit

3/10

There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Scores for Jonesboro are calculated based on the proximity to and amount of infrastructure supporting each method of transportation.

Satisfaction survey results for Jonesboro, AR

We surveyed 10,000 renters across the country about what it's like living in their cities and neighborhoods. In Jonesboro, 86% of residents reported feeling satisfied or very satisfied with the city overall, which is higher than the national average of 60%.

Top Three Reasons to Live in Jonesboro

Job market

86%Satisfaction rating

Pet friendly

86%Satisfaction rating

Quality schools

86%Satisfaction rating

Other Things to Consider

Public transportation

Nightlife

Weather

Affordable housing

Cost of living

Parks & recreation

Dating scene

Public transportation

69%

Nightlife

59%

Weather

45%

Affordable housing

41%

Cost of living

41%

Parks & recreation

28%

Dating scene

28%

69%

59%

45%

41%

28%

Data last updated in 2024. Do you live here? Take our survey and share your experience.

How we got this data

What is the cost of living in Jonesboro, AR?

The overall cost of living in Jonesboro, AR is 17% lower than the national average, according to the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research. This is calculated by comparing several expenses, including food and basic necessities like energy and healthcare. When it comes to comparing these expenses to the rest of the country, in Jonesboro you can expect groceries to cost less than the national average, and healthcare to cost less. Eggs run about $2.99 per carton, and milk $4.48. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $98.61 on average—but this will likely vary depending on several factors, including insurance and medical specialty.