Crime & Safety in North Little Rock

North Little Rock's real, disclosed crime rate runs genuinely, substantially elevated relative to both Arkansas and national averages.

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A real, substantially elevated crime rate

One FBI-sourced aggregator cited North Little Rock's total crime rate at approximately 5,492.6 per 100,000 residents -- approximately 159% above the national rate and approximately 119% above the Arkansas statewide rate.

A real, elevated violent crime rate

North Little Rock's violent crime rate ran approximately 1,180.1 per 100,000 residents, a real, disclosed, elevated figure this record does not soften.

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Last reviewed: 2026-08-27. Independent research; not financial, tax, or legal advice -- confirm current figures with a local professional before making a decision.