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Management Consultant Salary in Fort Smith, Arkansas

The median management consultant salary in Fort Smith, AR is $79,528 per year, which is 20% below the national median and 4.8% below the Arkansas state average.

City Median

$79,528

vs State Avg

$-3,976

vs National

$-19,882

Cost of Living

80%

Management Consultant Salary in Fort Smith by Experience

In Fort Smith, an entry-level management consultant earns around $48,000, while experienced professionals earn up to $132,000 per year. The local cost of living index is 80% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$48,000

$-12,000 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$80,000

$-20,000 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$132,000

$-33,000 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Fort Smith, AR

Percentile	Fort Smith	AR State	National
10th Percentile	$44,160	$46,368	$55,200
25th Percentile	$58,240	$61,152	$72,800
Median (50th)	$79,528	$83,504	$99,410
75th Percentile	$109,600	$115,080	$137,000
90th Percentile	$143,680	$150,864	$179,600

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How to Become a Management Consultant in Fort Smith

Education

Most management consultant positions require a bachelor's degree. Fort Smith and the surrounding Arkansas area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Strategic PlanningData AnalysisPresentationChange ManagementProcess ImprovementClient Management

Job Outlook

Nationally, management consultant employment is projected to grow 10% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Fort Smith may vary based on local industry and population growth.