Cost of Living in Little Rock, AR
Population: 202,739 • 2026 Data
$60,583
Median Household Income
-22% vs national
$1,067
Median Monthly Rent
-21% vs national
$221,200
Median Home Value
-35% vs national
4.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Little Rock
The median home value in Little Rock, AR is $221,200. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,067, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,099.
Rent-to-income ratio: 21.1%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Little Rock, AR is $60,583. The unemployment rate stands at 4.2%, with a labor force of 101,166 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.