salaryLittle Rock is the largest city in Arkansas that we track, with 203,436 residents. Rent is lower than in 71% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs about 3.5 years of household income. Commutes are short, about 18.5 minutes.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $51,080 a year. That is $25 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Arkansas cities?
No. Rent here is more expensive than in most of Arkansas. It is number 53 of 71 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
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How much do households earn in Little Rock?
Share of households by yearly income. 22.8% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Little Rock
| Size | Little Rock | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,004 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $975 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,175 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,387 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,761 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Little Rock overall?
Everyday prices in the Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway metro area are 11% below the U.S. average (index 89.4, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Little Rock
Life in Little Rock
What jobs pay in Little Rock
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist | $136,700 | 11.2% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $126,680 | 12.1% |
| Physician Assistant | $109,110 | 14.0% |
| Software Developer | $104,070 | 14.7% |
| Lawyer | $97,870 | 15.7% |
| Dental Hygienist | $89,160 | 17.2% |
| Civil Engineer | $83,030 | 18.5% |
| Registered Nurse | $81,070 | 18.9% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $78,560 | 19.5% |
| Operations Manager | $76,080 | 20.1% |
| Accountant | $65,810 | 23.3% |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,790 | 24.4% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $59,240 | 25.9% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,580 | 26.2% |
| Truck Driver | $57,050 | 26.9% |
| Police Officer | $54,840 | 27.9% |
| Plumber | $49,190 | 31.2% |
| Electrician | $48,200 | 31.8% |
| Firefighter | $48,110 | 31.9% |
| Carpenter | $48,050 | 31.9% |
| HVAC Technician | $48,000 | 31.9% |
| Customer Service Representative | $38,160 | 40.2% |
| Medical Assistant | $38,110 | 40.2% |
| Warehouse Worker | $37,440 | 40.9% |
| Nursing Assistant | $35,370 | 43.3% |
| Restaurant Cook | $30,690 | 49.9% |
| Retail Salesperson | $29,150 | 52.6% |
| Cashier | $27,720 | 55.3% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,610 | 62.3% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Little Rock?
Renting is cheaper right now: about $363 a month less.
Owning assumes a typical $236,400 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $23,640 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Little Rock, AR?
Renting in Little Rock costs a median of about $1,277 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Arkansas median is $1,068.
How much do I need to make to live in Little Rock?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $51,080 a year, or $25 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Little Rock cheap or expensive?
Little Rock is rated OK: rent takes 22.6% of the typical household income of $67,949. It ranks 53rd cheapest of 71 Arkansas cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Little Rock?
The median homeowner in Little Rock pays $1,902 a year in property taxes, about 0.80% of the median home value.
Is Little Rock more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 11% below the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Little Rock?
The median home value in Little Rock is $236,400, about 3.5 times the typical yearly household income.
203,436 people live in Little Rock. Numbers are typical (middle) values.