Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR Metro Area

Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR · Metro Area

758,629Population

A metropolitan statistical area of 6 counties (3 central, 3 outlying), part of the Little Rock-North Little Rock, AR combined area. The counties are tied together by commuting: people live in one and work in another.

Median household income: $67,154
Median home value: $214,100
Land area: 4,086 sq mi

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Counties in this metro area

Central counties hold the urban core; outlying counties are linked to it by commuting.

County	Role	Population	Median income	Median home value
Pulaski County, AR	Central	399,818	$62,873	$214,700
Faulkner County, AR	Outlying	127,717	$67,289	$232,700
Saline County, AR	Central	127,479	$79,046	$221,200
Lonoke County, AR	Central	75,272	$72,828	$193,600
Grant County, AR	Outlying	18,242	$71,549	$161,700
Perry County, AR	Outlying	10,101	$55,764	$130,200

Largest cities and towns

60 places in our city pages lie in this area; the 25 largest are shown.

Place	Type	Population	Median income
Little Rock, AR	City	203,436	$63,003
Conway, AR	City	67,642	$63,004
North Little Rock, AR	City	64,538	$52,707
Benton, AR	City	36,595	$72,876
Sherwood, AR	City	33,070	$81,328
Jacksonville, AR	City	29,221	$49,666
Cabot, AR	City	26,960	$75,000
Bryant, AR	City	21,504	$83,024
Maumelle, AR	City	19,373	$103,333
East End, AR	CDP	6,912	$87,936
Ward, AR	City	6,573	$72,734
Greenbrier, AR	City	6,018	$57,214
Sheridan, AR	City	5,165	$62,453
Shannon Hills, AR	City	4,641	$71,318
Vilonia, AR	City	4,498	$81,815
Lonoke, AR	City	4,267	$47,524
Gibson, AR	CDP	4,167	$66,496
Haskell, AR	City	4,100	$85,758
Landmark, AR	CDP	3,948	$53,788
Austin, AR	City	3,915	$113,764
Alexander, AR	City	3,587	$57,250
Mayflower, AR	City	2,861	$75,682
Salem, AR	CDP	2,642	$73,750
England, AR	City	2,294	$46,544
Carlisle, AR	City	2,227	$41,713

Also in the Little Rock-North Little Rock, AR combined area

Searcy, AR · micro · 77,838 Pine Bluff, AR · micro · 72,255

Demographic Rates

Poverty Rate

14.2%

Unemployment

4.3%

College Educated

33.7%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1701, S2301, S1501

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B02001, B03003

Income Profile

Median Household Income

$67,154

Mean Household Income

$92,342

Income Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S1902, S1903, B19013, B19113

Sex Distribution

Male

48.4%

Female

51.6%

Population Split

Male48.4%

Female51.6%

The sex distribution of a population provides insight into the demographic balance of a community. Significant skews in this ratio can be influenced by local industries (e.g., military bases, mining, or tech hubs), educational institutions, or migration patterns. Understanding this balance is essential for planning public health initiatives and social services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Ancestry

English12.8%

German8.5%

Irish8.3%

Mexican4.6%

Scottish1.9%

African1.7%

French1.4%

Italian1.3%

Polish0.7%

Reported ancestry groups representing the cultural heritage of the population. Percentages may not sum to 100% as residents may report multiple ancestries or none.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B04006

Immigration & Nativity

Nativity Status

4.8%Foreign Born

95.2%Native Born

Citizenship Status

Naturalized34.7%

Non-Citizen65.3%

Period of Entry

2010 or Later42.2%

Before 201057.8%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table B05001, B05002

Housing Characteristics

Total Housing Units

343,805

Median Rent

$1,055/mo

Median Home Value

$214,100

Median Year Built

1989

Housing Tenure

Housing Types

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table DP04

Education Enrollment

Total Enrolled

176,583

College Enrollment

18.2%

High School

21.6%

College Educated

33.7%

K-12 Enrollment

Higher Education

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1401, S1501

Transportation & Commute

Mean Commute Time

23.4 min

Drive Alone Rate

78.4%

Public Transit

0.4%

Work From Home

10.6%

Commute Mode

Vehicle Ownership

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0801, B08141

Age Distribution

Under 18

23.2%

18-34 Years

23.1%

35-64 Years

37.3%

65+ Years

16.4%

Population Composition

Under 1823.2%

18-3423.1%

35-6437.3%

65+16.4%

The age distribution of a community impacts local services, school requirements, and the labor market. A higher percentage of youth suggests a need for schools and family services, while a larger senior population may indicate a retirement destination or a need for healthcare services.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S0101

Household Composition

Married Couples

44.9%

Single Parent

7.4%

Living Alone

31.8%

Avg Size

2.38

Household Types

Married Couples44.9%

Single Parent7.4%

Living Alone31.8%

Household composition offers insights into the social fabric of a community. A high percentage of married couples often correlates with stability and higher household incomes, while a significant number of single-person households may indicate a younger transient population or an aging community.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1101

Economic Profile

Per Capita Income

$38,553

SNAP Usage

8.2%

Health Insurance

91.8%

Household Income Breakdown

Under $25k17.0%

$25k - $50k21.2%

$50k - $100k29.6%

$100k+32.3%

Key Industries

Manufacturing

7.4%

Retail Trade

12.1%

Education & Health Care

26.3%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1901, S2201, DP03

Health & Disability

Disability Rate

15.8%With Disability

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with a disability.

Health Insurance Coverage

91.8%With Coverage

Percentage of the civilian noninstitutionalized population with health insurance coverage.

Why this matters: High disability rates may indicate a need for accessible infrastructure and specialized healthcare services. Health insurance coverage is a key indicator of a community's access to preventative care and financial resilience against medical emergencies.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S1810, S2701

Technology Access

Broadband Internet

89.9%vs ~90% National Avg

Computer Ownership

95.7%vs ~95% National Avg

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2020–2024) • Table S2801

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Scale

Lower is better

89.4

0130

Below average< 97

Near average97 - 103

Above average> 103

Prices compared with the US average (100). 105 means about 5% more expensive than average.

Housing Affordability

Higher is better

164.9

0200

Hard to Afford< 80

Moderate80 - 100

Affordable> 100

100 means a family earning the median family income just qualifies to buy the median-value home (20% down, 30-year loan at 6.72%).

Source: BEA Regional Price Parities · NAR affordability formula with Census ACS 2020–2024 incomes and home values and the Freddie Mac 30-year rate (2024)

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