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QA Engineer Salary in Arkansas

The median qa engineer salary in Arkansas is $70,200 per year, which is 22% below the national median of $90,000.

Median Salary

$70,200

vs National

$-19,800

State Rank

#48 of 50

Cost of Living

84%

QA Engineer Salary in Arkansas by Experience

In Arkansas, an entry-level qa engineer earns around $45,240, while experienced professionals earn up to $105,300 per year. The cost of living index in Arkansas is 84% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$45,240

$-12,760 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$71,760

$-20,240 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$105,300

$-29,700 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Arkansas

Percentile	AR Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$42,900	$55,000	$-12,100
25th Percentile	$56,160	$72,000	$-15,840
Median (50th)	$70,200	$90,000	$-19,800
75th Percentile	$92,040	$118,000	$-25,960
90th Percentile	$110,760	$142,000	$-31,240

QA Engineer Salary by City in Arkansas

The largest employment areas for qa engineers 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

$72,900

Pop. 202,591 · COL 87%

Fort Smith, AR

$66,600

Pop. 89,142 · COL 80%

Fayetteville, AR

$73,800

Pop. 93,949 · COL 88%

Springdale, AR

$70,200

Pop. 80,433 · COL 84%

Jonesboro, AR

$68,400

Pop. 78,576 · COL 82%

How to Become a QA Engineer in Arkansas

Education

Most qa engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Arkansas has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Test AutomationSeleniumJIRASQLAPI TestingAgile

Job Outlook in Arkansas

Nationally, qa engineer employment is projected to grow 15% over the next decade (much faster than average). Arkansas's demand may vary based on local industry trends.