Little Rock, AR vs Springdale, AR

Little Rock, AR and Springdale, AR have a very similar cost of living, with only a 0.3% difference in their overall index. Little Rock scores 82 while Springdale scores 82 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Little Rock is $1,067/month compared to $1,008/month in Springdale — a 6% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Springdale has cheaper rent, Little Rock actually has lower median home values ($221,200 vs $237,200).

Median household income in Little Rock is $60,583 compared to $66,044 in Springdale (-8.3%). While Springdale is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Little Rock spend roughly 21.1% of their income on rent, more than the 18.3% in Springdale.