North Little Rock, AR Census Data

The 8th largest city in Arkansas by population · 9 cities ranked

North Little Rock is the 8th largest city in Arkansas by population and ranks 9th of 9 for median household income. With 64,504 residents, its poverty rate of 20.8% ranks among the higher rates in Arkansas. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.

Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023

Population 64,504
48.1% male · 51.9% female
Median Age 36.7
2.0 below the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income $51,236
$27,302 below the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher 30.1%
4.9% below the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 90.4%
Poverty Rate 20.8%
8.4% above the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 11.8%
Broadband Access 93.6%
3.9% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value $169,500
Median rent: $1,028 · 47% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate 6.3%
Labor force participation: 60.3%
Per Capita Income $36,452
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population 8.8%
Disability rate: 18.3%

How North Little Rock Compares to Other Arkansas Cities

Rankings among all 9 Arkansas cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.

RankingPositionTier
Largest by Population8th of 9Bottom 25%
Highest Median Income9th of 9Bottom 25%
Lowest Poverty Rate7th of 9Bottom 25%
Highest Bachelor's Attainment6th of 9Bottom half
Highest Home Value8th of 9Bottom 25%

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North Little Rock, AR Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of North Little Rock, AR?
The population of North Little Rock, AR is 64,504 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 36.7 years.
What is the median household income in North Little Rock?
The median household income in North Little Rock, AR is $51,236, below the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $36,452.
What is the poverty rate in North Little Rock?
The poverty rate in North Little Rock, AR is 20.8%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 11.8% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of North Little Rock residents have a college degree?
30.1% of adults (25+) in North Little Rock hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 90.4% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in North Little Rock?
The median home value in North Little Rock, AR is $169,500. Median rent is $1,028 per month, with 47% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of North Little Rock?
North Little Rock's population is 45.1% White, 44.0% Black, 7.2% Hispanic or Latino, and 1.0% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does North Little Rock rank among Arkansas cities?
North Little Rock is the 8th largest city in Arkansas by population, the 9th highest for median household income, the 7th lowest for poverty rate, the 6th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 9 ranked Arkansas cities.
What is the unemployment rate in North Little Rock?
The unemployment rate in North Little Rock, AR is 6.3%, with a labor force participation rate of 60.3%. Per capita income is $36,452.

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