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Judge Salary in Arkansas

The median judge salary in Arkansas is $124,345 per year, which is 16% below the national median of $148,030.

Median Salary

$124,345

vs National

$-23,685

State Rank

#48 of 50

Cost of Living

84%

Judge Salary in Arkansas by Experience

In Arkansas, an entry-level judge earns around $54,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $180,600 per year. The cost of living index in Arkansas is 84% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$54,600

$-10,400 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$126,000

$-24,000 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$180,600

$-34,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Arkansas

Percentile	AR Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$48,720	$58,000	$-9,280
25th Percentile	$75,600	$90,000	$-14,400
Median (50th)	$124,345	$148,030	$-23,685
75th Percentile	$163,800	$195,000	$-31,200
90th Percentile	$193,200	$230,000	$-36,800

Judge Salary by City in Arkansas

The largest employment areas for judges 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

$128,786

Pop. 202,591 · COL 87%

Fort Smith, AR

$118,424

Pop. 89,142 · COL 80%

Fayetteville, AR

$130,266

Pop. 93,949 · COL 88%

Springdale, AR

$124,345

Pop. 80,433 · COL 84%

Jonesboro, AR

$121,385

Pop. 78,576 · COL 82%

How to Become a Judge in Arkansas

Education

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

Key Skills

Legal InterpretationJudicial ReasoningCourt ProceduresImpartialityLegal WritingCase Management

Job Outlook in Arkansas

Nationally, judge employment is projected to grow 3% over the next decade (as fast as average). Arkansas's demand may vary based on local industry trends.