Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Little Rock

Affordability

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median monthly rent in Little Rock is $1,106 and the median household income is $63,003 annually. About 46% of residents rent their homes, reflecting a sizeable renter population that may benefit from the city's income-based and HUD-assisted housing options.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Little Rock Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 1,673 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

Getting Around Little Rock

According to Walk Score, the area around assisted properties in Little Rock scores 59 (Somewhat Walkable) for walking, 38 (Some Transit) for public transit, and 57 for biking.

Schools

Little Rock is served by 80 schools across 16 districts, including 42 elementary, 10 middle, 22 high, and 6 other schools, according to NCES Common Core of Data. Quality and programs vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address before making a decision.

Cost of Living in Little Rock

The median household income in Little Rock is $63,003 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The median market rent is $1,106 per month, according to the same source.

Affordable and income-based rentals in Little Rock can offer significant savings for eligible households. Rents at HUD-assisted and LIHTC properties are set based on income limits rather than market rates.

• Median household income: $63,003/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median market rent: $1,106/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 46% of occupied units (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Affordable rental properties tracked: 22 buildings, 1,559 total units

Environment & Flood Risk

All 22 assisted properties in Little Rock were mapped for flood risk. Only 1 of those 22 is located in a high-risk flood zone -- flood exposure across the portfolio is low overall.