Personal Care & Fitness Arkansas (AR) Rank #48 of 50

Fitness Center Manager Salary in Arkansas

The median fitness center manager salary in Arkansas is $43,680 per year, which is 16% below the national median of $52,000.

Median Salary

$43,680

vs National

$-8,320

State Rank

#48 of 50

Cost of Living

84%

Fitness Center Manager Salary in Arkansas by Experience

In Arkansas, an entry-level fitness center manager earns around $28,560, while experienced professionals earn up to $71,400 per year. The cost of living index in Arkansas is 84% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$28,560

$-5,440 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$45,360

$-8,640 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$71,400

$-13,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Arkansas

Percentile	AR Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$26,880	$32,000	$-5,120
25th Percentile	$33,600	$40,000	$-6,400
Median (50th)	$43,680	$52,000	$-8,320
75th Percentile	$60,480	$72,000	$-11,520
90th Percentile	$75,600	$90,000	$-14,400

Fitness Center Manager Salary by City in Arkansas

The largest employment areas for fitness center managers 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

$45,240

Pop. 202,591 · COL 87%

Fort Smith, AR

$41,600

Pop. 89,142 · COL 80%

Fayetteville, AR

$45,760

Pop. 93,949 · COL 88%

Springdale, AR

$43,680

Pop. 80,433 · COL 84%

Jonesboro, AR

$42,640

Pop. 78,576 · COL 82%

How to Become a Fitness Center Manager in Arkansas

Education

Most fitness center manager positions require a bachelor's degree. Arkansas has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Facility ManagementSalesStaff ManagementFitness KnowledgeCustomer ServiceBudgeting

Job Outlook in Arkansas

Nationally, fitness center manager employment is projected to grow 10% over the next decade (faster than average). Arkansas's demand may vary based on local industry trends.