Little Rock, MN

Minnesota

Little Rock is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 1,075. Residents earn $51,719 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,075 Population 149/sq mi density
$51,719 Median Income $15,648 per capita
$34,100 Home Value
$499 Median Rent
39°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$51,719 median income, 8.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$34,100 home value, $499/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,719
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $34,100
88% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.8%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $499
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 50.3%
57% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.9%
147% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 35.0%
182% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,075
Median Age23.9 yrs
Density149/mi²
Male / Female64% / 36%
Largest GroupWhite 1%

Economy

D
Median Income$51,719
Per Capita$15,648
Unemployment8.9%
Poverty35.0%
County GDP$2,519M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$34,100
Rent$499
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity50.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease9.2%

Climate

Avg Temp39°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain22.8 in/yr
Elevation1,246 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.8%
High School+76.9%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%
Commute16 min
Libraries2

Is Little Rock a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Little Rock receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Little Rock has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Little Rock is $51,719, 31% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.9%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 35.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Little Rock is $34,100, 88% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $499 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Little Rock has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 39°F. Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 22.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Little Rock has a population of 1,075 with a density of 149 people per square mile. The median age is 23.9 years, 39% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (99.2%).

Population

1,075
Total Population
149
People / sq mi
23.9yrs
Median Age
39% below US avg
7.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 64.3%
Female 35.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Little Rock vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.4%
2% above US avg
Spanish19.6%
46% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Little Rock vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Little Rock is $51,719, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 35.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Little Rock vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,719
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,648
Avg Weekly Wage$1,044
IRS Avg AGI$65,085

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.9%
147% above US avg
Poverty Rate35.0%
182% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,326
County GDP$2,519M

Business (County)

Restaurants124
Healthcare175
Retail213
Manufacturing35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,277
22% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate12.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.2 min
Work from Home3.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Little Rock is $34,100, 88% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $499 (57% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$34,100
88% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$499
57% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$809
1 Bedroom$899
2 Bedrooms$1,125
3 Bedrooms$1,483
4 Bedrooms$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,277
22% above US avg
Effective Rate12.54%
In Little Rock, 50.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.5% report depression. 40.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity50.3%
57% above US avg
Diabetes19.3%
Heart Disease9.2%
High Blood Pressure38.3%
Asthma15.2%
COPD10.7%
Stroke5.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity40.4%
Depression28.5%
Mental Distress24.4%
Physical Distress20.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.4%
Checkup Rate71.6%
Premature Death12,759/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access77.3%
Healthcare Facilities175

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Little Rock has an average annual temperature of 39°F (4°C). Winters average 7°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 22.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

7°F Jan (-14°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average39.3°F
27% below US avg
January Average7°F (-14°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall22.8 inches
40% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,246 ft (380 m)
Area7.2 sq mi (18.7 km²)
Population Density149/sq mi
Coordinates47.8646°N, 95.1002°W
County FIPS27007
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52%
D 46.3%

Winner: Republican by 5.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.8%
80% below US avg
High School+76.9%
School Test Score6.08
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density149/sq mi
Total Area7.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities175
Restaurants124
Retail Stores213

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.2 min
Work from Home3.8%

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