salaryLittle Rock is 15% 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
$1,651
$1,277
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,565
$1,175
💵 Families earn per year
$111,392
$67,949
🔑 Buying a house
$395,900
$236,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
105.4
89.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,982
$1,902
⚡ Electric bill per month
$136
$154
👥 People living there
288,976
203,436
Commute to work
18.8 min
18.5 min
College degree
38.7%
44.6%
Own their home
63.9%
53.5%
Below poverty line
8.9%
17.5%
Unemployment
4.6%
4.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Anchorage for higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick Little Rock for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Anchorage | Little Rock | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $115,020 | $54,840 | -52% in Little Rock |
| Plumber | $93,600 | $49,190 | -47% in Little Rock |
| HVAC Technician | $85,620 | $48,000 | -44% in Little Rock |
| Electrician | $82,440 | $48,200 | -42% in Little Rock |
| Operations Manager | $120,030 | $76,080 | -37% in Little Rock |
| Lawyer | $153,590 | $97,870 | -36% in Little Rock |
| Carpenter | $72,800 | $48,050 | -34% in Little Rock |
| Dental Hygienist | $132,740 | $89,160 | -33% in Little Rock |
Frequently asked questions
Is Anchorage or Little Rock cheaper to live in?
Little Rock is about 15% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,277 a month there versus $1,651 in Anchorage.
What salary do I need in Little Rock to match $60,000 in Anchorage?
About $50,862 a year gives the same standard of living in Little Rock.
Where do people earn more, Anchorage or Little Rock?
The typical household earns $111,392 in Anchorage and $67,949 in Little Rock, 64% more in Anchorage.