Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Batesville

Affordability in Batesville, AR

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (2024), the median monthly rent in Batesville is $882 and the median household income is $51,856. Nearly half of Batesville residents are renters, at 49%, reflecting a strong local rental market where income-based housing options can make a real difference.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Batesville Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 447 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

All 6 HUD-assisted properties in Batesville have been mapped for flood risk, and none are located in a high-risk flood zone.

Getting Around Batesville

According to Walk Score, the areas around assisted properties in Batesville score 47 (Car-Dependent) for walkability and 30 for bikeability. No Transit Score is available for this area. Residents will generally need a personal vehicle for most daily trips.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 6 public schools across 2 districts serve Batesville, including 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address.

Cost of Living in Batesville, AR

The median household income in Batesville is $51,856 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year estimates. The median gross rent is $882 per month, according to the same source.

Income-based housing programs in Batesville set rent limits as a percentage of your income, which can make a meaningful difference for households paying close to or above that median rent figure.

• Median household income: $51,856/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median gross rent: $882/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 49% of occupied units (Census ACS 5-Year)

Flood and Environmental Exposure

All 6 assisted properties in Batesville have been mapped for flood risk, and none fall within a high-risk flood zone. Renters at these properties face low flood exposure based on available flood data.