salaryRent is lower than in 80% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs about 3.1 years of household income. Commutes are short, about 19.8 minutes. Most households rent (55%), so there are plenty of rental options.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $45,400 a year. That is $22 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 44 of 71 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in North Little Rock?
Share of households by yearly income. 13.8% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in North Little Rock
| Size | North Little Rock | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $888 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $966 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,127 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,272 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,458 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is North 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 North Little Rock
Life in North Little Rock
What jobs pay in North Little Rock
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist | $136,700 | 10.0% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $126,680 | 10.8% |
| Physician Assistant | $109,110 | 12.5% |
| Software Developer | $104,070 | 13.1% |
| Lawyer | $97,870 | 13.9% |
| Dental Hygienist | $89,160 | 15.3% |
| Civil Engineer | $83,030 | 16.4% |
| Registered Nurse | $81,070 | 16.8% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $78,560 | 17.3% |
| Operations Manager | $76,080 | 17.9% |
| Accountant | $65,810 | 20.7% |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,790 | 21.7% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $59,240 | 23.0% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $58,580 | 23.3% |
| Truck Driver | $57,050 | 23.9% |
| Police Officer | $54,840 | 24.8% |
| Plumber | $49,190 | 27.7% |
| Electrician | $48,200 | 28.3% |
| Firefighter | $48,110 | 28.3% |
| Carpenter | $48,050 | 28.3% |
| HVAC Technician | $48,000 | 28.4% |
| Customer Service Representative | $38,160 | 35.7% |
| Medical Assistant | $38,110 | 35.7% |
| Warehouse Worker | $37,440 | 36.4% |
| Nursing Assistant | $35,370 | 38.5% |
| Restaurant Cook | $30,690 | 44.4% |
| Retail Salesperson | $29,150 | 46.7% |
| Cashier | $27,720 | 49.1% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,610 | 55.3% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in North Little Rock?
Renting is cheaper right now: about $106 a month less.
Owning assumes a typical $178,900 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $17,890 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in North Little Rock, AR?
Renting in North Little Rock costs a median of about $1,135 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Arkansas median is $1,068.
How much do I need to make to live in North Little Rock?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $45,400 a year, or $22 an hour at a full-time job.
Is North Little Rock cheap or expensive?
North Little Rock is rated OK: rent takes 24.0% of the typical household income of $56,844. It ranks 44th cheapest of 71 Arkansas cities we track.
How much are property taxes in North Little Rock?
The median homeowner in North Little Rock pays $1,591 a year in property taxes, about 0.89% of the median home value.
Is North 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 North Little Rock?
The median home value in North Little Rock is $178,900, about 3.1 times the typical yearly household income.
64,538 people live in North Little Rock. Numbers are typical (middle) values.