Little Rock Population 2026
Little Rock has a population of 202,591, making it the #118 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Arkansas. Roughly 0.1% of United States's population lives here. It is about 43× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
202,591
Rank in United States
#118
Coordinates
34.75°N, 92.29°W
~102 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,432 km
889 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Arkansas
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Smith | 88,194 | #388 |
| Fayetteville | 82,830 | #435 |
| Springdale | 77,859 | #472 |
| Jonesboro | 73,907 | #515 |
| North Little Rock | 66,504 | #588 |
| Conway | 64,980 | #609 |
| Rogers | 63,159 | #635 |
| Pine Bluff | 44,772 | #980 |
Cities near Little Rock
- North Little Rock66,504 people · ~3 km away
- Sherwood30,517 people · ~10 km away
- Maumelle17,931 people · ~17 km away
- Jacksonville28,643 people · ~21 km away
- Bryant19,986 people · ~25 km away
- Benton34,177 people · ~34 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Little Rock?
Little Rock has a population of 202,591 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #118 biggest city in United States.
What state is Little Rock in?
Little Rock is located in Arkansas, United States.
Is Little Rock the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,432 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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