Little Rock, IA

Iowa

Little Rock is a small town in Iowa with a population of 416. Residents earn $64,375 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
416 Population 408/sq mi density
$64,375 Median Income $35,394 per capita
$78,600 Home Value $166,864 Zillow
$625 Median Rent 18.8% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$64,375 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$78,600 home value, $625/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,375
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $78,600
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.2%
55% lower than US avg
Median Rent $625
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.8%
77% lower than US avg

How Little Rock Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population416
Median Age35.7 yrs
Density408/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans9.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$64,375
Per Capita$35,394
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.8%
County GDP$602M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$78,600
Rent$625
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$166,864
Rent Burden18.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.8%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain30.2 in/yr
Elevation1,461 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.2%
High School+94.9%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute35 min
Broadband88.9%
Libraries4

Is Little Rock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Little Rock receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Little Rock offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Little Rock is $64,375, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Little Rock is $78,600, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Little Rock has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 30.2 inches, including 41.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Little Rock has a population of 416 with a density of 408 people per square mile. The median age is 35.7 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.6%).

Population

416
Total Population
408
People / sq mi
35.7yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55%
Female 45%

Race & Ethnicity

Little Rock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.0%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.0%
40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Little Rock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Little Rock is $64,375, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Little Rock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,375
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,394
Avg Weekly Wage$959
IRS Avg AGI$70,321

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.8%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)272
County GDP$602M

Business (County)

Restaurants8
Healthcare16
Retail28
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,900
17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.5 min
Drive Alone80.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Little Rock is $78,600, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $625 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $166,864.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$78,600
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$166,864

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$625
46% below US avg
Rent Burden18.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,900
17% below US avg
Effective Rate3.69%
In Little Rock, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.8% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Little Rock vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking23.8%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression20.8%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.0%
Checkup Rate74.6%
Premature Death8,292/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access54.3%
Healthcare Facilities16

Crime Rates: Little Rock vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Little Rock has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 14°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

14°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.5°F
18% below US avg
January Average14°F (-10°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.2 inches
20% below US avg
Snowfall41.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,461 ft (445 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density408/sq mi
Coordinates43.4471°N, 95.8804°W
County FIPS19143
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 15.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.2-point margin. 88.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.5%
D 17.2%

Winner: Republican by 64.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.2%
55% below US avg
High School+94.9%
School Test Score5.73
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density408/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.9%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants8
Retail Stores28

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.5 min
Drive Alone80.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

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