Little Rock, AR Population Statistics: Density Map Data
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Area Snapshot Statistics
Key statistics on population, economy, housing, and commuting compared to state and national averages. Explore interactive maps for deeper analysis.
Population
| Metric | Little Rock | Arkansas Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 189,102 | 3,059,436 | 334,821,731 |
| Population density (per sq mi) | 1522.6 | 57.5 | 85.8 |
| Population growth (%/yr) | 0.42% | 0.31% | 0.57% |
| Median age | 37.1 | 36.6 | 37.1 |
| Households | 81,425 | 1,188,527 | 128,459,983 |
Population in Little Rock grew by 9.4% from 2009 to 2023, reaching 191,457 in 2023.
Population Growth 2009–2023
Race & Ethnicity
Economy
Little Rock has a the economy index of C, which means it is somewhat prosperous.
| Metric | Little Rock | Arkansas Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household income | $59,705 | $58,772 | $78,145 |
| Income growth (%/yr) | 3.94% | 4.71% | 5.07% |
| Unemployment rate | 4.4% | 5.1% | 5.2% |
The median household income in Little Rock is about 2% higher than in Arkansas.
Housing
| Metric | Little Rock | Arkansas Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home price | $257,101 | $123,805 | $242,182 |
| Median rent | $1,057 | $913 | $1,342 |
| Homeownership rate | 54.5% | 66.1% | 65.1% |
The median home price in Little Rock is about 20.3 years' worth of rent — buying at the median price costs roughly as much as paying the median rent of $1,057 per month for that long.
Commute Time & Mobility
Commuters in Little Rock spend about 34 minutes on the road round trip each working day. Over a typical 250-day work year, that adds up to roughly 142 hours, about 5.9 full days, spent commuting.
| Metric | Little Rock | Arkansas Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-way commute (min) | 17.1 | 18.5 | 22.5 |
| Round-trip commute (min) | 34.2 | 37.0 | 44.9 |
| Yearly time spent (hours) | 142 | 154 | 187 |
| Estimated yearly cost | $4,413 | $4,780 | $5,803 |
| Work from home | 10.5% | 7.8% | 13.4% |
| Highway traffic (vehicles/day) | 25,511 | 6,306 | 8,813 |
| Local road traffic (vehicles/day) | 3,212 | 912 | 1,355 |
The average commute time in Little Rock is 17 minutes, shorter than the 19 minutes in Arkansas.
Estimated yearly cost applies a single national wage rule of thumb (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics average hourly earnings), not a measurement of wages in this area. Traffic volume figures come from proprietary Ticon and TrafficZoom data.
Education & Households
Little Rock has a education index of B, which means it is quite educated.
| Metric | Little Rock | Arkansas Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree or higher | 39.7% | 22.8% | 31.6% |
| Average household size | 2.29 | 2.48 | 2.54 |
Health
Little Rock has a health index of C, which means it is somewhat healthy.
| Metric | Little Rock | Arkansas Avg | U.S. Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life expectancy (years) | 75.9 | 75.5 | 78.3 |
| Self-rated poor health | 19.8% | 22.8% | 16.3% |
| Smokers | 19.5% | 23.3% | 19.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Little Rock, Arkansas.
What is the population of Little Rock, Arkansas?
The population of Little Rock, Arkansas is 189,102, compared to the U.S. total of 334,821,731.
What is the population density of Little Rock, Arkansas?
The population density of Little Rock, Arkansas is 1522.6 people per square mile, compared to the U.S. average of 85.8 people per square mile.
What is the median household income in Little Rock, Arkansas?
The median household income in Little Rock, Arkansas is $59,705, compared to the U.S. median of $78,145.
What is the median home price in Little Rock, Arkansas?
The median home price in Little Rock, Arkansas is $257,101, compared to the U.S. median of $242,182.
What is the unemployment rate in Little Rock, Arkansas?
The unemployment rate in Little Rock, Arkansas is 4.4%, compared to the U.S. average of 5.2%.