Engineering Arkansas (AR) Rank #48 of 50

Aerospace Engineer Salary in Arkansas

The median aerospace engineer salary in Arkansas is $106,579 per year, which is 16% below the national median of $126,880.

Median Salary

$106,579

vs National

$-20,301

State Rank

#48 of 50

Cost of Living

84%

Aerospace Engineer Salary in Arkansas by Experience

In Arkansas, an entry-level aerospace engineer earns around $67,200, while experienced professionals earn up to $155,400 per year. The cost of living index in Arkansas is 84% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$67,200

$-12,800 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$107,520

$-20,480 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$155,400

$-29,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Arkansas

Percentile	AR Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$65,520	$78,000	$-12,480
25th Percentile	$84,000	$100,000	$-16,000
Median (50th)	$106,579	$126,880	$-20,301
75th Percentile	$134,400	$160,000	$-25,600
90th Percentile	$161,280	$192,000	$-30,720

Aerospace Engineer Salary by City in Arkansas

The largest employment areas for aerospace engineers in Arkansas include Little Rock, Fort Smith, Fayetteville, and Springdale. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Little Rock, AR

$110,386

Pop. 202,591 · COL 87%

Fort Smith, AR

$101,504

Pop. 89,142 · COL 80%

Fayetteville, AR

$111,654

Pop. 93,949 · COL 88%

Springdale, AR

$106,579

Pop. 80,433 · COL 84%

Jonesboro, AR

$104,042

Pop. 78,576 · COL 82%

How to Become a Aerospace Engineer in Arkansas

Education

Most aerospace engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Arkansas has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

AerodynamicsCATIA/CADStructural AnalysisMATLABPropulsion SystemsFEA

Job Outlook in Arkansas

Nationally, aerospace engineer employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Arkansas's demand may vary based on local industry trends.