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

Museum Curator Salary in Arkansas

The median museum curator salary in Arkansas is $50,492 per year, which is 16% below the national median of $60,110.

Median Salary

$50,492

vs National

$-9,618

State Rank

#48 of 50

Cost of Living

84%

Museum Curator Salary in Arkansas by Experience

In Arkansas, an entry-level museum curator earns around $31,920, while experienced professionals earn up to $77,280 per year. The cost of living index in Arkansas is 84% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$31,920

$-6,080 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$52,080

$-9,920 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$77,280

$-14,720 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Arkansas

Percentile	AR Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$29,400	$35,000	$-5,600
25th Percentile	$36,960	$44,000	$-7,040
Median (50th)	$50,492	$60,110	$-9,618
75th Percentile	$65,520	$78,000	$-12,480
90th Percentile	$82,320	$98,000	$-15,680

Museum Curator Salary by City in Arkansas

The largest employment areas for museum curators 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

$52,296

Pop. 202,591 · COL 87%

Fort Smith, AR

$48,088

Pop. 89,142 · COL 80%

Fayetteville, AR

$52,897

Pop. 93,949 · COL 88%

Springdale, AR

$50,492

Pop. 80,433 · COL 84%

Jonesboro, AR

$49,290

Pop. 78,576 · COL 82%

How to Become a Museum Curator in Arkansas

Education

Most museum curator positions require a master's degree. Arkansas has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Collection ManagementExhibition DesignArt HistoryResearchGrant WritingPublic Programming

Job Outlook in Arkansas

Nationally, museum curator employment is projected to grow 12% over the next decade (much faster than average). Arkansas's demand may vary based on local industry trends.