Hospitality & Tourism Arkansas (AR) Rank #48 of 50

Event Planner Salary in Arkansas

The median event planner salary in Arkansas is $47,813 per year, which is 16% below the national median of $56,920.

Median Salary

$47,813

vs National

$-9,107

State Rank

#48 of 50

Cost of Living

84%

Event Planner Salary in Arkansas by Experience

In Arkansas, an entry-level event planner earns around $29,400, while experienced professionals earn up to $79,800 per year. The cost of living index in Arkansas is 84% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$29,400

$-5,600 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$48,720

$-9,280 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$79,800

$-15,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Arkansas

Percentile	AR Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$26,880	$32,000	$-5,120
25th Percentile	$35,280	$42,000	$-6,720
Median (50th)	$47,813	$56,920	$-9,107
75th Percentile	$65,520	$78,000	$-12,480
90th Percentile	$85,680	$102,000	$-16,320

Event Planner Salary by City in Arkansas

The largest employment areas for event planners 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

$49,520

Pop. 202,591 · COL 87%

Fort Smith, AR

$45,536

Pop. 89,142 · COL 80%

Fayetteville, AR

$50,090

Pop. 93,949 · COL 88%

Springdale, AR

$47,813

Pop. 80,433 · COL 84%

Jonesboro, AR

$46,674

Pop. 78,576 · COL 82%

How to Become a Event Planner in Arkansas

Education

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

Key Skills

Event CoordinationVendor ManagementBudgetingNegotiationLogisticsCustomer Service

Job Outlook in Arkansas

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