Creative & Education Arkansas (AR) Rank #48 of 50

Archivist Salary in Arkansas

The median archivist salary in Arkansas is $49,258 per year, which is 16% below the national median of $58,640.

Median Salary

$49,258

vs National

$-9,382

State Rank

#48 of 50

Cost of Living

84%

Archivist Salary in Arkansas by Experience

In Arkansas, an entry-level archivist earns around $31,920, while experienced professionals earn up to $73,920 per year. The cost of living index in Arkansas is 84% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$31,920

$-6,080 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$50,400

$-9,600 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$73,920

$-14,080 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Arkansas

Percentile	AR Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$30,240	$36,000	$-5,760
25th Percentile	$38,640	$46,000	$-7,360
Median (50th)	$49,258	$58,640	$-9,382
75th Percentile	$63,840	$76,000	$-12,160
90th Percentile	$78,960	$94,000	$-15,040

Archivist Salary by City in Arkansas

The largest employment areas for archivists 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

$51,017

Pop. 202,591 · COL 87%

Fort Smith, AR

$46,912

Pop. 89,142 · COL 80%

Fayetteville, AR

$51,603

Pop. 93,949 · COL 88%

Springdale, AR

$49,258

Pop. 80,433 · COL 84%

Jonesboro, AR

$48,085

Pop. 78,576 · COL 82%

How to Become a Archivist in Arkansas

Education

Most archivist positions require a master's degree. Arkansas has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Archival ScienceCatalogingDigital PreservationResearchDatabase ManagementMetadata

Job Outlook in Arkansas

Nationally, archivist employment is projected to grow 8% over the next decade (faster than average). Arkansas's demand may vary based on local industry trends.