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Wage Comparison in Arkansas
Compare Your Arkansas Salary
Arkansas offers a lower cost of living compared to many states, which affects salary expectations. Understanding regional differences helps with career planning.
- • Compare by Little Rock, Fayetteville, and rural areas
- • Factor in Arkansas’s low cost of living
- • Consider agriculture and manufacturing sectors
Arkansas Salary Factors
Little Rock: State capital, higher salaries
Northwest Arkansas: Corporate headquarters region
Rural Areas: Lower wages, agricultural focus
Low cost of living stretches income further
Average Salary in Arkansas
Arkansas Industry Averages
Arkansas’s economy is driven by agriculture, manufacturing, retail, and transportation. While salaries may be lower than national averages, the cost of living is significantly lower.
Healthcare
$68,000
Average annual salary
Manufacturing
$52,000
Average annual salary
Education
$48,000
Average annual salary
Agriculture
$38,000
Average annual salary
Arkansas Salary Factors
- • Low cost of living advantage
- • Agricultural economy base
- • Major retail headquarters (Walmart)
- • Growing tech sector in NWA
- • Transportation and logistics hub
- • Lower wages offset by affordability
Arkansas Minimum Wage
Arkansas State Minimum Wage
Arkansas has a state minimum wage that is higher than the federal minimum wage, providing better protection for workers in the state.
Arkansas Minimum Wage
$11.00
per hour (2025)
Annual Full-Time
$22,880
40 hours/week, 52 weeks
Arkansas vs Other States
Note: Arkansas voters approved minimum wage increases through ballot initiatives in recent years.
Arkansas Tax Information
Understanding Arkansas Taxes
Arkansas has a progressive state income tax system with relatively moderate rates, making it a middle-ground state for tax burden.
Federal Income Tax
Progressive rates from 10% to 37% based on income
Arkansas State Income Tax
Progressive rates from 2% to 5.9%
Social Security Tax
6.2% on income up to $168,600 (2025 limit)
Medicare Tax
1.45% on all income, plus 0.9% on income over $200,000
Arkansas Tax Structure
State Income Tax Brackets
- • 2% on income up to $4,999
- • 4% on income $5,000 – $9,999
- • 5.9% on income over $10,000
- • Standard deduction available
Sales Tax
Arkansas has a state sales tax of 6.5%, with local taxes that can bring the total to over 11% in some areas.
Important Note
This calculator provides estimates. Consult a tax professional for personalized advice and accurate calculations.