Healthcare Arkansas (AR) Rank #48 of 50

Psychiatrist Salary in Arkansas

The median psychiatrist salary in Arkansas is $209,617 per year, which is 18% below the national median of $255,630.

Median Salary

$209,617

vs National

$-46,013

State Rank

#48 of 50

Cost of Living

84%

Psychiatrist Salary in Arkansas by Experience

In Arkansas, an entry-level psychiatrist earns around $102,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $315,700 per year. The cost of living index in Arkansas is 84% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$102,500

$-22,500 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$211,560

$-46,440 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$315,700

$-69,300 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Arkansas

Percentile	AR Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$98,400	$120,000	$-21,600
25th Percentile	$143,500	$175,000	$-31,500
Median (50th)	$209,617	$255,630	$-46,013
75th Percentile	$270,600	$330,000	$-59,400
90th Percentile	$328,000	$400,000	$-72,000

Psychiatrist Salary by City in Arkansas

The largest employment areas for psychiatrists 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

$217,286

Pop. 202,591 · COL 87%

Fort Smith, AR

$199,391

Pop. 89,142 · COL 80%

Fayetteville, AR

$219,842

Pop. 93,949 · COL 88%

Springdale, AR

$209,617

Pop. 80,433 · COL 84%

Jonesboro, AR

$204,504

Pop. 78,576 · COL 82%

How to Become a Psychiatrist in Arkansas

Education

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

Key Skills

PsychiatryPsychopharmacologyCBT/DBTDiagnosisPatient AssessmentDocumentation

Job Outlook in Arkansas

Nationally, psychiatrist employment is projected to grow 7% over the next decade (faster than average). Arkansas's demand may vary based on local industry trends.