North Little Rock Revenue and Competitors

North Little Rock is in the center of central Arkansas economic activity. With the 8th best manufacturing climate in the nation, and given the fact that North Little Rock has the state's largest indoor mall and is strategically located within a day's drive of nearly 2/3 of the entire U.S., population, business is good! North Little Rock enjoys a diverse business and industry base which creates a steady-growing local economy. Arkansas ranks among the five lowest states in the nation in overall per capita tax burden. A large part of North Little Rock is in the federally designated Pulaski County Empowerment . One of only thirty urban areas nationwide to receive an Empowerment Zone designation from the Department of Housing and Urban Development. This designation brings with it significant federal tax incentives to promote economic development and create jobs. The Pulaski County Empowerment Zone is designed to support growth and revitalization opportunities for distressed areas of communities, and is part of a business tax incentive package. Economic and business development organizations such as the North Little Rock Chamber of Commerce , the North Little Rock Economic Development Agency, Main Street Argenta, and the Argenta CDC Downtown are helping boost our economy to new levels. The Chamber of Commerce made a strong commitment to downtown development when it located offices in the remodeled building at 100 Main Street. The Chamber building at "Commerce Corner", which also houses the North Little Rock Economic Development Corporation, is an attraction in its own right as it welcomes people entering North Little Rock over the Main Street Bridge. River Rail Trolley Service between North Little Rock and Little Rock links the two downtown historic areas. The Vintage Replica Steetcars are the perfect way to go between the many downtown attractions such as those on the North Side: the Arkansas Art Gallery, The Baker House Bed and Breakfast as well as many on the Little Rock side including: The Museum of Discovery, The Clinton Presidential Center, Heifer International Headquarters, and many more.