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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81 | Transportation Inspectors | Transportation | $85K | $40.93/hr |
| 82 | Civil Engineers | Engineering | $85K | $40.88/hr |
| 83 | Administrative Services Managers | Management | $84K | $40.62/hr |
| 84 | Food Scientists and Technologists | Science | $84K | $40.54/hr |
| 85 | Nuclear Medicine Technologists | Healthcare | $84K | $40.23/hr |
| 86 | Speech-Language Pathologists | Healthcare | $84K | $40.18/hr |
| 87 | Database Administrators | Technology | $82K | $39.66/hr |
| 88 | Biochemists and Biophysicists | Science | $82K | $39.61/hr |
| 89 | Insurance Underwriters | Business & Finance | $82K | $39.48/hr |
| 90 | Computer Systems Analysts | Technology | $82K | $39.31/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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