Jobs & Economy in North Little Rock
North Little Rock's economy runs on a real, genuine rail-logistics and military anchor distinct from Little Rock's own government/healthcare identity.
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Learn moreA real Union Pacific rail anchor
North Little Rock hosts one of Union Pacific's busiest classification yards and the Downing B. Jenks locomotive repair shop, UP's largest and most modern, servicing more than 7,000 locomotives.
A real, singular military-community anchor
Camp Joseph T. Robinson -- a real, current 33,000-acre facility -- serves as headquarters for the Arkansas Army National Guard, located directly in North Little Rock.
Real, named diversified employers
Caterpillar, Ben E. Keith, L'Oreal, Tyson Foods, and First Orion all operate real, current operations in North Little Rock.
Key takeaways
- Union Pacific's major rail yard and locomotive repair shop anchor North Little Rock's economy.
- Camp Joseph T. Robinson is a real, singular military-community anchor located directly in the city.
- A diversified employer base includes Caterpillar, Ben E. Keith, L'Oreal, Tyson Foods, and First Orion.
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