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Little Rock, AR

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A thriving Southern metropolis in the heart of the Natural State.

Bike-Friendly Government Public Transportation Streetcars Affordable College Medical Healthcare Hospital Nature Outdoors

Living in Little Rock, Arkansas combines historic Southern heritage with contemporary city living. Downtown features landmarks like the Clinton Presidential Center, Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts, and the River Market District, a popular destination for dining and entertainment. The city's natural spaces include Pinnacle Mountain State Park, offering 2,000 acres for outdoor recreation, while the Arkansas River Trail extends 17 miles for walking and cycling. The rental market in Little Rock remains relatively affordable, with average rents ranging from $817 for studios to $1,675 for four-bedroom homes, showing modest changes over the past year with some unit types experiencing slight increases while others see minor decreases.

Little Rock's neighborhoods each have distinct characteristics, from the preserved Victorian architecture in Quapaw Quarter to the established Heights and Hillcrest areas with their mix of shops and dining spots. The University of Arkansas at Little Rock campus enriches the city's educational and cultural landscape. Housing options range from downtown lofts to homes in tree-lined residential areas. The city holds significant historical importance, particularly Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site. Annual events like the Little Rock Marathon, known for its oversized finisher's medal, contribute to the city's active community calendar.

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Bridge in Little Rock

State Capitol in Little Rock

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Little Rock, AR is $801 for a studio, $950 for one bedroom, $1,104 for two bedrooms, and $1,307 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Little Rock has increased by 1.0% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$950/month
690 Sq Ft
House
$1,500/month
1,128 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,479/month
1,130 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,211/month
1,072 Sq Ft
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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Little Rock, AR is 5.9% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Little Rock is 20.9% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $801 - $1,307. You can expect to pay 3.0% less for groceries, 12.3% less for utilities, and 6.7% less for transportation.

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Transportation

45

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

23

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

38

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Don Roberts Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

1,004 Students

Chenal Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

450 Students

Jefferson Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

413 Students

Baker Interdistrict Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

386 Students

Forest Heights STEM Academy

Public

Grades K-8

739 Students

Forest Heights STEM Academy

Public

Grades K-8

739 Students

Pinnacle View Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

878 Students

Joe T. Robinson Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

544 Students

Pulaski Heights Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

548 Students

Mann Magnet Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

618 Students

Parkview Magnet High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,081 Students

Joe T. Robinson High School

Public

Grades 9-12

783 Students

Central High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,338 Students

Wilbur D. Mills High School

Public

Grades 9-12

640 Students

Hall High School

Public

Grades 9-12

919 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Little Rock Zoo
  • Central High School National Historic Site
  • Museum of Discovery
  • Central Arkansas Nature Center
  • Little Rock Audubon Center

Airports

  • Bill and Hillary Clinton Ntl/Adams Field

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Living in Little Rock

Restaurants

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If you want some hearty burgers, try the "Hot Dog" cheeseburger at Arkansas Burger Co., which comes with bacon, grilled onion, and cheese dip. For pizza, you have Layla's Gyros and Pizzeria, or Zaza Fine Salad and Wood Oven Pizza Co. on Kavanaugh Blvd. For great Asian style cooking, you've got Fantastic China, with its romantic atmosphere and modest pricing, or the Sashimi Japanese Steakhouse where you can grab some sushi, sake and steak. Whatever you're after, Little Rock has it. You can wander Downtown and step into any random restaurant, diner or cafe and probably have a pretty great lunch.

Transportation

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Little Rock's buses are provided by the Central Arkansas Transit Authority, and they run a total of 26 regular routes, with more for special events like festivals and so on. These buses are great when you need to get across town and don't have a set of wheels of your own, but if you plan on living in Little Rock for a while, then you may want to consider investing in a vehicle. You can comfortably get by shopping in your own neighborhood for groceries, hanging out at the nearest coffee shop and so on, but now and then you're going to want to visit a friend across town without waiting an hour for the bus to get there. Much of the city is also served by a popular streetcar system, and the community’s roads are generally very bicycle-friendly.

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.