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

College Professor Salary in Arkansas

The median college professor salary in Arkansas is $70,459 per year, which is 16% below the national median of $83,880.

Median Salary

$70,459

vs National

$-13,421

State Rank

#48 of 50

Cost of Living

84%

College Professor Salary in Arkansas by Experience

In Arkansas, an entry-level college professor earns around $40,320, while experienced professionals earn up to $134,400 per year. The cost of living index in Arkansas is 84% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$40,320

$-7,680 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$72,240

$-13,760 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$134,400

$-25,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Arkansas

Percentile	AR Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$37,800	$45,000	$-7,200
25th Percentile	$50,400	$60,000	$-9,600
Median (50th)	$70,459	$83,880	$-13,421
75th Percentile	$100,800	$120,000	$-19,200
90th Percentile	$141,120	$168,000	$-26,880

College Professor Salary by City in Arkansas

The largest employment areas for college professors 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

$72,976

Pop. 202,591 · COL 87%

Fort Smith, AR

$67,104

Pop. 89,142 · COL 80%

Fayetteville, AR

$73,814

Pop. 93,949 · COL 88%

Springdale, AR

$70,459

Pop. 80,433 · COL 84%

Jonesboro, AR

$68,782

Pop. 78,576 · COL 82%

How to Become a College Professor in Arkansas

Education

Most college professor positions require a doctoral degree. Arkansas has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

TeachingResearchPublishingCurriculum DesignAcademic AdvisingGrant Writing

Job Outlook in Arkansas

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