Little Rock metro, AR relocation guide
Moving to Jacksonville, AR
About Jacksonville
Jacksonville is a city in northern Pulaski County (population 29,477 at the 2020 census, per Wikipedia), the metro's military-anchored suburb and home to Little Rock Air Force Base — the base is the area's economic engine and a major employer. The city split from the Pulaski County Special School District in 2016 to form its own Jacksonville North Pulaski School District. Housing is affordable single-family homes, many tied to the base community, with newer subdivisions filling in along the US 67/167 corridor.
Home prices in Jacksonville
The median listing price in Jacksonville is $185,000.
Top places in Jacksonville
- Little Rock Air Force Base
- Jacksonville's US 67/167 commercial corridor
- Dupree Park and the city's splash pad and sports facilities
- Nearby Cabot
- Bayou Meto and the Arkansas Game & Fish nature areas east of town
Commuting from Jacksonville
- Approximately 13 miles northeast of downtown Little Rock; typical drive ~20 minutes (approximate, via US 67/167 to I-40).
- Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport (LIT) is about 16 miles south; typical drive ~20–25 minutes (approximate).
- Little Rock Air Force Base sits on the city's edge — many residents have minimal commutes.
Schools in Jacksonville
Public schools: Jacksonville North Pulaski School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Jacksonville FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Jacksonville, AR?
The median listing price in Jacksonville is $185,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Jacksonville, AR?
Approximately 13 miles northeast of downtown Little Rock; typical drive ~20 minutes (approximate, via US 67/167 to I-40). - Which school district serves Jacksonville, AR?
Jacksonville is served by Jacksonville North Pulaski School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.