City Report · AR

North Little Rock

Pop. 64,538·26th most expensive in Arkansas·North Little Rock rents are up 7.0% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,122/mo
Year-over-Year
+7.0%
Month-over-Month
+1.1%
vs US Median
-$843
Rising (Monthly)
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North Little Rock · $1,122
More affordable than 95% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
58/100
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Rents are 4% below what North Little Rock's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,122/mo
Expected by trend
$1,170/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$898
1 BR
$900
2 BR
$1,043
3 BR
$1,388
4 BR+
$1,643
Research median
$1,043/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
$13,464/yr
At $1,122/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 7.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+7.0% YoY, +1.1% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

North Little Rock, AR is majority renter-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 30.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
64,538
Median income
$52,707
Median age
38
Renters
55.4%
Age distribution
20.6%
25%
24.5%
13.1%
16.9%
Under 1820.6%
18–3425%
35–5424.5%
55–6413.1%
65+16.9%
Gender
47.9%
52.1%
Male47.9%
Female52.1%
Race & ethnicity
44.9%
44.1%
White44.9%
Black44.1%
Hispanic7%
Asian0.7%
Other3.4%
Education (25+)
28.1%
31.7%
30.6%
No HS diploma9.6%
HS diploma28.1%
Some college31.7%
Bachelor's+30.6%
Housing tenure
44.6%
55.4%
Owner44.6%
Renter55.4%

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

2021 vs 2026

How North Little Rock, AR has changed in 5 years

Rent
$873 → $1,122
up 28.5%
Income
$45,590 → $52,707
up 15.6%
Population
64,444 → 64,538
up 0.1%
Renter share
51.9% → 55.4%
+3.5 pts
Bachelor's+
29.6% → 30.6%
+1.0 pts
Median age
35.4 → 38
+2.6 yrs

Across the past five years, the going rent in North Little Rock, AR has shifted from $873 to $1,122, up 28.5% since 2021. On the earnings side, the typical household in North Little Rock, AR now reports about $52,707, up from $45,590 in 2021. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. The renter share has risen from 51.9% to 55.4%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and North Little Rock, AR reflects that arc in its own way.

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About renting in North Little Rock, AR

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in North Little Rock is $1,122/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $898/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,043/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $900/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,388/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($52,707/yr), North Little Rock ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 7.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is North Little Rock an affordable city for renters?

North Little Rock is considered affordable for renters. At $1,122/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($52,707/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. North Little Rock falls comfortably within that range.

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

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $45,000/year (~$22/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,122/mo in North Little Rock. The local median household income is $52,707/yr, meaning the typical North Little Rock household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in North Little Rock?

Rent in North Little Rock has increased 7.0% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which North Little Rock neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in North Little Rock are 72118 ($1,024/mo), 72117 ($1,083/mo), and 72116 ($1,126/mo). Citywide, the median rent in North Little Rock is $1,122/mo.

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

North Little Rock is one of the more affordable cities in Arkansas for rent, ranking #26 out of 34 tracked cities at $1,122/mo.

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

Jacksonville is nearby and more affordable at $1,093/mo, which is $29 less than North Little Rock.

What percentage of North Little Rock residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 55.4% of North Little Rock households are renters, while 44.6% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, North Little Rock has a strong rental market.

How does North Little Rock rent compare to the national average?

North Little Rock's median rent of $1,122/mo is $843 (43%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Arkansas, it ranks #26 out of 34 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
26%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,122/mo, rent takes ~26% of North Little Rock's median household income ($52,707/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

North Little Rock 26%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3.9%
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