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
$1,328
$1,277
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,219
$1,175
💵 Families earn per year
$77,509
$67,949
🔑 Buying a house
$264,000
$236,400
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.6
89.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,023
$1,902
⚡ Electric bill per month
$104
$154
👥 People living there
294,856
203,436
Commute to work
18.4 min
18.5 min
College degree
41.8%
44.6%
Own their home
56.1%
53.5%
Below poverty line
12.7%
17.5%
Unemployment
3.3%
4.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Lincoln for higher incomes, shorter commutes, 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 | Lincoln | Little Rock | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $93,680 | $54,840 | -41% in Little Rock |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $36,080 | $24,610 | -32% in Little Rock |
| Truck Driver | $81,790 | $57,050 | -30% in Little Rock |
| Electrician | $60,680 | $48,200 | -21% in Little Rock |
| Firefighter | $59,760 | $48,110 | -19% in Little Rock |
| Medical Assistant | $47,190 | $38,110 | -19% in Little Rock |
| HVAC Technician | $59,350 | $48,000 | -19% in Little Rock |
| Plumber | $60,670 | $49,190 | -19% in Little Rock |
Frequently asked questions
Is Lincoln or Little Rock cheaper to live in?
Lincoln 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 Lincoln?
About $58,548 a year gives the same standard of living in Little Rock.
Where do people earn more, Lincoln or Little Rock?
The typical household earns $77,509 in Lincoln and $67,949 in Little Rock, 14% more in Lincoln.