salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,246
$1,277
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,088
$1,175
💵 Families earn per year
$64,435
$67,949
🔑 Buying a house
$184,500
$236,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.9
89.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,760
$1,902
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$154
👥 People living there
680,130
203,436
Commute to work
23.4 min
18.5 min
College degree
28.1%
44.6%
Own their home
60.8%
53.5%
Below poverty line
18.4%
17.5%
Unemployment
6%
4.1%
Bottom line
- Pick El Paso 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 | El Paso | Little Rock | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $140,550 | $97,870 | -30% in Little Rock |
| Police Officer | $76,400 | $54,840 | -28% in Little Rock |
| Market Research Analyst | $50,680 | $62,790 | +24% in Little Rock |
| Software Developer | $127,310 | $104,070 | -18% in Little Rock |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $94,610 | $78,560 | -17% in Little Rock |
| Truck Driver | $49,270 | $57,050 | +16% in Little Rock |
| Carpenter | $42,430 | $48,050 | +13% in Little Rock |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $21,870 | $24,610 | +13% in Little Rock |
Frequently asked questions
Is El Paso or Little Rock cheaper to live in?
El Paso and Little Rock cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Little Rock to match $60,000 in El Paso?
About $59,634 a year gives the same standard of living in Little Rock.
Where do people earn more, El Paso or Little Rock?
The typical household earns $64,435 in El Paso and $67,949 in Little Rock, 5% more in Little Rock.