salaryLittle Rock is 18% 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
$2,666
$1,277
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$2,805
$1,175
💵 Families earn per year
$153,270
$67,949
🔑 Buying a house
$895,000
$236,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
108.9
89.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$8,153
$1,902
⚡ Electric bill per month
$101
$154
👥 People living there
236,254
203,436
Commute to work
26.2 min
18.5 min
College degree
77.1%
44.6%
Own their home
41.3%
53.5%
Below poverty line
7.4%
17.5%
Unemployment
3.3%
4.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Little Rock for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Little Rock | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operations Manager | $156,460 | $76,080 | -51% in Little Rock |
| Lawyer | $195,190 | $97,870 | -50% in Little Rock |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $46,040 | $24,610 | -47% in Little Rock |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $127,040 | $78,560 | -38% in Little Rock |
| Electrician | $75,930 | $48,200 | -37% in Little Rock |
| Accountant | $102,140 | $65,810 | -36% in Little Rock |
| Police Officer | $84,000 | $54,840 | -35% in Little Rock |
| HVAC Technician | $71,920 | $48,000 | -33% in Little Rock |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Little Rock cheaper to live in?
Little Rock is about 18% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,277 a month there versus $2,666 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Little Rock to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $49,244 a year gives the same standard of living in Little Rock.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Little Rock?
The typical household earns $153,270 in Arlington and $67,949 in Little Rock, 126% more in Arlington.