What Salary Do You Need to Live in Little Rock, AR?
To live comfortably in Little Rock, a household needs to earn roughly $50,000/year. That's about $4,167/month before taxes.
The Number: $50,000/year
At $50,000 per year, a household in Little Rock can afford median-priced rental housing at roughly 28% of gross income.
This is based on Little Rock's median monthly rent of $1,136 and the 28% housing guideline. Source: Census ACS 2024.
Little Rock at a Glance
Sources: Census ACS 2024, Tax Foundation.
For Single Residents
A single person can live comfortably in Little Rock on roughly $35,000/year. That's about $2,917/month before taxes.
Salary Questions About Little Rock
The median monthly rent is $1,136. Using the 30% guideline, you need about $45,000/year to afford this comfortably.
The median home price is $270,700. With a 20% down payment, you would need roughly $54,140 saved and a household income to support the mortgage payments.
The median household income is $66,553/year. Our recommended salary of $50,000/year is near the median, reflecting a comfortable (not extravagant) standard of living.