Healthcare Arkansas (AR) Rank #48 of 50

Nurse Practitioner Salary in Arkansas

The median nurse practitioner salary in Arkansas is $99,720 per year, which is 18% below the national median of $121,610.

Median Salary

$99,720

vs National

$-21,890

State Rank

#48 of 50

Cost of Living

84%

Nurse Practitioner Salary in Arkansas by Experience

In Arkansas, an entry-level nurse practitioner earns around $73,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $127,100 per year. The cost of living index in Arkansas is 84% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$73,800

$-16,200 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$100,040

$-21,960 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$127,100

$-27,900 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Arkansas

Percentile	AR Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$71,422	$87,100	$-15,678
25th Percentile	$85,444	$104,200	$-18,756
Median (50th)	$99,720	$121,610	$-21,890
75th Percentile	$117,670	$143,500	$-25,830
90th Percentile	$137,924	$168,200	$-30,276

Nurse Practitioner Salary by City in Arkansas

The largest employment areas for nurse practitioners 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

$103,369

Pop. 202,591 · COL 87%

Fort Smith, AR

$94,856

Pop. 89,142 · COL 80%

Fayetteville, AR

$104,585

Pop. 93,949 · COL 88%

Springdale, AR

$99,720

Pop. 80,433 · COL 84%

Jonesboro, AR

$97,288

Pop. 78,576 · COL 82%

How to Become a Nurse Practitioner in Arkansas

Education

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

Key Skills

Advanced AssessmentPharmacologyDiagnosisPatient EducationEMR SystemsClinical Decision-Making

Job Outlook in Arkansas

Nationally, nurse practitioner employment is projected to grow 40% over the next decade (much faster than average). Arkansas's demand may vary based on local industry trends.