salaryLittle Rock is 4% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Little Rock to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,129
$1,277
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,068
$1,175
💵 Families earn per year
$51,850
$67,949
🔑 Buying a house
$122,000
$236,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
93.4
89.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,950
$1,902
⚡ Electric bill per month
$97
$154
👥 People living there
189,247
203,436
Commute to work
22.2 min
18.5 min
College degree
23.6%
44.6%
Own their home
50.7%
53.5%
Below poverty line
23.3%
17.5%
Unemployment
7.8%
4.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Akron for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Little Rock for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Akron | Little Rock | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrician | $77,360 | $48,200 | -38% in Little Rock |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,150 | $24,610 | -32% in Little Rock |
| Police Officer | $74,650 | $54,840 | -27% in Little Rock |
| Elementary School Teacher | $78,560 | $58,580 | -25% in Little Rock |
| Operations Manager | $98,340 | $76,080 | -23% in Little Rock |
| Lawyer | $126,270 | $97,870 | -22% in Little Rock |
| Plumber | $63,450 | $49,190 | -22% in Little Rock |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $101,040 | $78,560 | -22% in Little Rock |
Frequently asked questions
Is Akron or Little Rock cheaper to live in?
Little Rock is about 4% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,277 a month there versus $1,129 in Akron.
What salary do I need in Little Rock to match $60,000 in Akron?
About $57,426 a year gives the same standard of living in Little Rock.
Where do people earn more, Akron or Little Rock?
The typical household earns $51,850 in Akron and $67,949 in Little Rock, 24% more in Little Rock.