Here's what it costs to live in Little Rock, Arkansas, based on the latest US government data. Renters pay a median of $1,067 per month, while the typical home is valued around $221,200. Households earn a median of $60,583 per year, leaving rent at a manageable share of income for many residents. Air quality is moderate, with an average AQI of 54. The figures below cover housing, local wages by occupation, demographics, and air quality, all drawn from the US Census Bureau, BEA, HUD, and EPA.
Median Household Income
$60,583
Annual · Census ACS
Median Gross Rent
$1,067
Per month · Census ACS
Median Home Value
$221,200
Census ACS
Cost of Living Index
N/A
BEA RPP · US avg = 100
Studio FMR
$984
HUD Fair Market Rent
1BR Fair Market Rent
$989
HUD FMR
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,147
HUD FMR
3BR Fair Market Rent
$1,540
HUD FMR
HUD Fair Market Rent = 40th percentile gross rent · FY2024
State Income Tax
4.40%
Top marginal rate
State Sales Tax
6.50%
Statewide base rate (local add-ons may apply)
Source: Tax Foundation (2024)
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage |
|---|---|
| 💻Software Developer | N/A |
| 🏥Registered Nurse | N/A |
| 📚Elementary Teacher | N/A |
| ⚡Electrician | N/A |
| 📊Accountant | N/A |
Source: BLS OEWS 2023 (metro-level data)
Population
202,739
Latest estimate
Median Age
36.4 yrs
Census ACS
Average AQI
54.0
Source: EPA AirNow
What is the cost of living index for Little Rock?
The cost of living index for Little Rock is not yet available in our database.
What is the median rent in Little Rock?
The median gross rent in Little Rock is $1,067 per month according to US Census ACS data.
What is the median household income in Little Rock?
The median household income in Little Rock is $60,583 per year.
What is the median home value in Little Rock?
The median home value in Little Rock is $221,200 based on the latest Census ACS survey.
How is the air quality in Little Rock?
Little Rock has an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 54.0, which is rated "Moderate" by the EPA. Lower AQI values indicate cleaner air.
What are the taxes like in Little Rock?
Arkansas has a top state income tax rate of 4.40% and a statewide sales tax of 6.50% (local rates may add to this). Source: Tax Foundation, 2024.
Data last updated: December 1, 2024 · Sources: US Census ACS, BEA RPP, BLS OEWS, HUD FMR, EPA AirNow, Tax Foundation · Methodology