Little Rock, AR
| U.S. News Ratings | |
| Population: | 181,905 |
| Crime: | High |
| Cost of Living: | Low |
| Health Care: | Comprehensive |
| Housing Price: | Average |
| Income: | Average |
Geography
Little Rock is located in central Arkansas. The Arkansas River runs along the north side of the city.
Cultural Attractions
The Arkansas Arts Center has an extensive collection of drawings, paintings, and contemporary crafts. Artists represented include Vincent Van Gogh, Paul Cezanne, and Georgia O'Keeffe.
Recreation
Little Rock is home to dozens of parks. To the west of the city, Pinnacle Mountain State Park offers hiking, canoeing, and environmental education.
Historical
Little Rock became a focus of the civil rights movement with the integration of Central High School in 1957. The school building is now a national historic site.
Economy
The state government is a top employer in Little Rock, but the area is also corporate headquarters to companies like Alltel and Dillard's.
| Population [details] | 181,905 |
| Percentage of population under 50 | 68.6% |
| Children per square mile [details] | 342.54 |
| Percentage of population who are college educated | 39.30% |
| High/low January temperature [details] | 45.61 °F/22.21 °F |
| High/low July temperature [details] | 91.46 °F/65.63 °F |
| Annual precipitation [details] | 53.30 in. |
| Total crime risk [details] | 320 |
| Cost of living [details] | 92.55 |
| State sales tax | 6.00% |
| Closest city of 500,000+ (and distance) | Memphis (126.95 miles) |
| Closest airport (and distance) | ADAMS FIELD (6.00 miles) |
| Recreational activities [details] | Boating/Sailing, Health and fitness, Skiing/Snowshoeing, Swimming, Travel |
| Cultural activities | Charitable activities and contributions, Cultural and art events, Current affairs, Gourmet food, Movie theaters, Museums, Wineries |
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