Little Rock, Arkansas

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Overview

Located in the Arkansas community of Little Rock, Costco is a wholesale retail destination that serves a significant population base. The communities reachable within a 30-minute drive demonstrate the geographic and demographic scope of this location's influence. By examining these nearby incorporated places, we can better understand the role Costco plays in the region.

Population catchment

The 30-minute driving radius around Costco encompasses a combined population of approximately 396,953 residents across 18 incorporated communities. Little Rock leads as the most populous nearby community with 202,591 residents, representing roughly 51% of the total catchment population. Rounding out the top three are North Little Rock with 64,591 residents and Benton with 35,014, providing further evidence of the population concentration near Costco. Together, the top three communities account for a substantial share of the overall population base, underscoring the concentrated nature of the area's demographics.

Regional dependence

The relationship between the smaller towns and the larger communities near Costco reflects a pattern of regional dependence typical in Arkansas. Of the 18 nearby communities, 12 have populations below 10,000, indicating that these residents likely rely on Little Rock and similar centers for goods and services. This dynamic reinforces the importance of Costco as a regional destination.

Geographic interpretation

From a geographic perspective, the area surrounding Costco can be characterized as urban. Multiple communities exceed 10,000 residents, creating a densely populated corridor with significant commercial and residential activity. The presence of Little Rock as the dominant population center creates a concentrated pattern, with progressively smaller communities extending outward. The median community population in this catchment is 2,964, indicating that most communities are substantially smaller than the dominant center. Understanding this settlement structure helps contextualize the role of Costco within the broader regional framework.

Identifiers: city · CDP · town

RankCommunityPopulation
1 Little Rock (city), AR202,591
2 North Little Rock (city), AR64,591
3 Benton (city), AR35,014
4 Sherwood (city), AR32,731
5 Bryant (city), AR20,663
6 Maumelle (city), AR19,251
7 Shannon Hills (city), AR4,490
8 Landmark (CDP), AR3,585
9 Alexander (city), AR3,385
10 Salem (CDP), AR2,544
11 Mayflower (city), AR1,984
12 McAlmont (CDP), AR1,447
13 Avilla (CDP), AR1,325
14 Roland (CDP), AR820
15 Cammack Village (city), AR778
16 Sweet Home (CDP), AR712
17 Bauxite (town), AR629
18 Natural Steps (CDP), AR413

Overview

Located in the Arkansas community of Little Rock, Target is a major retail destination that serves a significant population base. The communities reachable within a 30-minute drive demonstrate the geographic and demographic scope of this location's influence. By examining these nearby incorporated places, we can better understand the role Target plays in the region.

Population catchment

The 30-minute driving radius around Target encompasses a combined population of approximately 438,144 residents across 20 incorporated communities. Little Rock leads as the most populous nearby community with 202,591 residents, representing roughly 46% of the total catchment population. Rounding out the top three are North Little Rock with 64,591 residents and Benton with 35,014, providing further evidence of the population concentration near Target. Together, the top three communities account for a substantial share of the overall population base, underscoring the concentrated nature of the area's demographics.

Regional dependence

The relationship between the smaller towns and the larger communities near Target reflects a pattern of regional dependence typical in Arkansas. Of the 20 nearby communities, 13 have populations below 10,000, indicating that these residents likely rely on Little Rock and similar centers for goods and services. This dynamic reinforces the importance of Target as a regional destination.

Geographic interpretation

From a geographic perspective, the area surrounding Target can be characterized as urban. Several communities in the catchment surpass 10,000 people, pointing to a well-developed urban or suburban area with established infrastructure. The presence of Little Rock as the dominant population center creates a concentrated pattern, with progressively smaller communities extending outward. The median community population in this catchment is 3,770, indicating that most communities are substantially smaller than the dominant center. Understanding this settlement structure helps contextualize the role of Target within the broader regional framework.

Identifiers: city · CDP

RankCommunityPopulation
1 Little Rock (city), AR202,591
2 North Little Rock (city), AR64,591
3 Benton (city), AR35,014
4 Sherwood (city), AR32,731
5 Jacksonville (city), AR29,477
6 Bryant (city), AR20,663
7 Maumelle (city), AR19,251
8 East End (CDP), AR7,137
9 Shannon Hills (city), AR4,490
10 Haskell (city), AR3,956
11 Landmark (CDP), AR3,585
12 Alexander (city), AR3,385
13 Salem (CDP), AR2,544
14 Mayflower (city), AR1,984
15 Wrightsville (city), AR1,542
16 McAlmont (CDP), AR1,447
17 Avilla (CDP), AR1,325
18 Sardis (CDP), AR833
19 Roland (CDP), AR820
20 Cammack Village (city), AR778

Overview

Situated in Little Rock, Arkansas, Target functions as a key retail store serving the broader regional population. The major retail destination plays a meaningful role in the area's commercial and civic landscape, anchoring a network of nearby communities. A closer look at the reachable population within 30 minutes reveals the reach and importance of this destination.

Population catchment

Approximately 460,625 residents live within a 30-minute drive of Target, spread across 20 distinct incorporated communities. Little Rock, with a population of 202,591, is the dominant community in the catchment area, accounting for 44% of the reachable population. Following Little Rock, North Little Rock adds 64,591 residents, while Benton contributes 35,014, broadening the demographic base of the area. This concentration highlights the demographic weight of the primary population center relative to smaller surrounding communities.

Regional dependence

Regional dependence is evident in the demographic profile surrounding Target. With 12 of 20 communities registering populations under 10,000, many residents travel beyond their home communities for services available at or near Little Rock. Target benefits from this travel pattern, serving as a practical destination for a dispersed population base across Arkansas.

Geographic interpretation

Geographically, the communities within 30 minutes of Target form a urban corridor. Several communities in the catchment surpass 10,000 people, pointing to a well-developed urban or suburban area with established infrastructure. Little Rock dominates the population landscape, and the surrounding communities create a concentrated distribution. A median population of 4,037 among the catchment communities suggests that substantially smaller communities are the norm, with only a few larger population centers. This settlement pattern influences commuting behavior and access to regional destinations throughout Arkansas.

Identifiers: city · CDP · town

RankCommunityPopulation
1 Little Rock (city), AR202,591
2 North Little Rock (city), AR64,591
3 Benton (city), AR35,014
4 Sherwood (city), AR32,731
5 Jacksonville (city), AR29,477
6 Cabot (city), AR26,569
7 Bryant (city), AR20,663
8 Maumelle (city), AR19,251
9 East End (CDP), AR7,137
10 Shannon Hills (city), AR4,490
11 Landmark (CDP), AR3,585
12 Alexander (city), AR3,385
13 Salem (CDP), AR2,544
14 Mayflower (city), AR1,984
15 Wrightsville (city), AR1,542
16 Redfield (city), AR1,505
17 McAlmont (CDP), AR1,447
18 Cammack Village (city), AR778
19 Sweet Home (CDP), AR712
20 Bauxite (town), AR629