Top Paying Jobs in Arkansas
Arkansas has 100 tracked occupation categories totaling 141,880 jobs. The highest-paying occupations include Dermatologists ($422,060), Neurologists ($317,880), Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric ($262,470). The cost of living index is 87.64 (national average = 100). Median 2-bedroom rent is $1,021/month.
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State-level averages. Salaries, rent, and cost of living vary significantly between metros. For more accurate data, select a metro area from the list below or browse all metros.
$120K
Avg. median salary
87.64
Cost of living index
$1,021
Median 2BR rent
3,065,102
Population
Highest paying careers in Arkansas
| Rank | Occupation | Category | Median salary | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 91 | Network and Computer Systems Administrators | Technology | $82K | $39.23/hr |
| 92 | Diagnostic Medical Sonographers | Healthcare | $82K | $39.18/hr |
| 93 | Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers | Repair & Maintenance | $81K | $39.16/hr |
| 94 | Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners, All Other | Healthcare | $81K | $39.1/hr |
| 95 | Financial and Investment Analysts | Business & Finance | $81K | $38.99/hr |
| 96 | Mechanical Engineers | Engineering | $80K | $38.55/hr |
| 97 | Judicial Law Clerks | Legal | $80K | $38.54/hr |
| 98 | Personal Financial Advisors | Business & Finance | $79K | $38.18/hr |
| 99 | Radiation Therapists | Healthcare | $79K | $37.96/hr |
| 100 | Registered Nurses | Healthcare | $79K | $37.95/hr |
Affordability snapshot: Arkansas
These are statewide averages. Costs vary widely between metros, click into a specific city for precise numbers.
Cost of living vs. national average-12.4% less expensive
2-bedroom apartment (FMR)$1,021/mo
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