Median Age
35 Years
Largest Age Group
35-44 Years
Approximately 18% of Residents
Under 20
28%
Over 65
10%
Bentonville, AR
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,158
Population
60,018
Renter Mix
48% Rent
The cradle of the world’s biggest retailer and so much more.
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Bentonville, Arkansas combines small-town living with metropolitan amenities. As the headquarters of Walmart, the city has evolved into a cultural destination, anchored by Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art. Housing options span from downtown apartments to residential communities, with one-bedroom units averaging $1,139 and two-bedroom homes at $1,337. The rental market shows moderate growth, with year-over-year increases of 2.5% for one-bedroom and 3.7% for two-bedroom units.
The city center buzzes with activity, while neighborhoods like Third Street and West Central Avenue showcase historic architecture and tree-lined streets. Downtown features the Walmart Museum, housed in the original Walton's Five and Dime building. Outdoor enthusiasts appreciate Bentonville's extensive trail network, including the Razorback Regional Greenway and the Slaughter Pen Mountain Bike Park. The city maintains 22 parks, including Citizens Park and Memorial Park, offering residents plenty of green space. The presence of international corporations has shaped Bentonville's community, bringing diverse cultural influences to Northwest Arkansas.
Explore the City
Residents visit local shops and restaurants in Downtown Bentonville.
Fish at Osage Park in Bentonville.
Coler Mountain Bike Preserve is a popular spot for cycling and mountain biking.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$92,323
Average: $122,009
Education
21,348
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
31,557
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Bentonville has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
48%
Non-Renters
52%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
32%
Other Education
68%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in Bentonville, AR is $1,173 for a studio, $1,154 for one bedroom, $1,354 for two bedrooms, and $1,786 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Bentonville has increased by 0.2% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,154/month
701 Sq Ft
House
$2,092/month
1,702 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,980/month
1,539 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Bentonville, AR is 3.2% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Bentonville is 7.7% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,154 - $1,786. You can expect to pay 6.3% less for groceries, 0.9% more for utilities, and 7.4% less for transportation.
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Bentonville, AR is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 100
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Schools
Founders Classical Academies Of Arkansas Bentonville
Public
Grades K-5
766 Students
Public
Grades K-5
703 Students
Public
Grades K-5
698 Students
Public
Grades K-5
494 Students
Public
Grades K-5
308 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
796 Students
J. William Fulbright Junior High School
Public
Grades 6-8
778 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
732 Students
Public
Grades K-12
5,780 Students
Haas Hall Academy - Bentonville
Public
Grades 6-12
356 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
3,554 Students
Public
Grades K-12
5,780 Students
Haas Hall Academy - Bentonville
Public
Grades 6-12
356 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Peel Mansion & Historic Gardens
Military Bases
Airports
- Northwest Arkansas Ntl
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.