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Little Rock

Pop. 203,436·22nd most expensive in Arkansas·Little Rock rents are up 7.1% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,220/mo
Year-over-Year
+7.1%
Month-over-Month
+1.4%
vs US Median
-$745
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Little Rock · $1,220
More affordable than 91% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
50/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where Little Rock's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent
$1,220/mo
Expected by trend
$1,221/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$918
1 BR
$924
2 BR
$1,068
3 BR
$1,423
4 BR+
$1,684
Research median
$1,068/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$14,640/yr
At $1,220/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 7.1% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+7.1% YoY, +1.4% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Little Rock, AR is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income below the national average, 44.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
203,436
Median income
$63,003
Median age
35.9
Renters
46.5%
Age distribution
24.3%
24.5%
24.9%
15.6%
Under 1824.3%
18–3424.5%
35–5424.9%
55–6410.5%
65+15.6%
Gender
46.9%
53.1%
Male46.9%
Female53.1%
Race & ethnicity
44%
39.8%
White44%
Black39.8%
Hispanic10.6%
Asian3.1%
Other2.6%
Education (25+)
20.6%
27.4%
44.6%
No HS diploma7.4%
HS diploma20.6%
Some college27.4%
Bachelor's+44.6%
Housing tenure
53.5%
46.5%
Owner53.5%
Renter46.5%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Little Rock, AR has changed in 5 years

Rent
$945 → $1,220
up 29.1%
Income
$56,928 → $63,003
up 10.7%
Population
201,893 → 203,436
up 0.8%
Renter share
45.2% → 46.5%
+1.3 pts
Bachelor's+
44.1% → 44.6%
+0.5 pts
Median age
36.7 → 35.9
-0.8 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in Little Rock, AR has climbed from $945 to $1,220, a 29.1% change over five years. Census figures show median household income at $63,003 today, compared with $56,928 five years earlier. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The combined trend lines point to a market that has changed measurably from where it stood in early 2021.

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By apartment size

Little Rock rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Little Rock. Click any size for full breakdown.

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About renting in Little Rock, AR

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Little Rock is $1,220/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $918/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,068/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $924/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,423/mo.

At 23% of local median household income ($63,003/yr), Little Rock ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 7.1% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Little Rock an affordable city for renters?

Little Rock is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,220/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the local median household income ($63,003/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Little Rock falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Little Rock?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $49,000/year (~$24/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,220/mo in Little Rock. The local median household income is $63,003/yr, meaning the typical Little Rock household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Little Rock?

Rent in Little Rock has increased 7.1% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Little Rock neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Little Rock are 72206 ($1,078/mo), 72202 ($1,090/mo), and 72204 ($1,107/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Little Rock is $1,220/mo.

How does Little Rock rent compare to other cities in Arkansas?

Little Rock is middle-of-the-pack for Arkansas for rent, ranking #22 out of 34 tracked cities at $1,220/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Little Rock?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Little Rock ($1,220/mo): Jacksonville ($1,093/mo), North Little Rock ($1,122/mo).

What percentage of Little Rock residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 46.5% of Little Rock households are renters, while 53.5% are owner-occupied. Little Rock leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Little Rock rent compare to the national average?

Little Rock's median rent of $1,220/mo is $745 (38%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Arkansas, it ranks #22 out of 34 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
23%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,220/mo, rent takes ~23% of Little Rock's median household income ($63,003/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Little Rock 23%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3.9%
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