Healthcare Fayetteville, AR Pop. 93,949

Registered Nurse Salary in Fayetteville, Arkansas

The median registered nurse salary in Fayetteville, AR is $69,849 per year, which is 14% below the national median and 4.9% above the Arkansas state average.

City Median
$69,849
vs State Avg
+$3,249
vs National
$-11,371
Cost of Living
88%

Registered Nurse Salary in Fayetteville by Experience

In Fayetteville, an entry-level registered nurse earns around $49,880, while experienced professionals earn up to $98,900 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$49,880
$-8,120 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$70,520
$-11,480 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$98,900
$-16,100 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Fayetteville, AR

Percentile Fayetteville
10th Percentile $49,364
25th Percentile $57,448
Median (50th) $69,849
75th Percentile $86,946
90th Percentile $103,888

Registered Nurse Salary in Other Arkansas Cities

Little Rock, AR
$69,037
Pop. 202,591
Springdale, AR
$66,600
Pop. 80,433
Jonesboro, AR
$64,976
Pop. 78,576
Fort Smith, AR
$63,352
Pop. 89,142

How to Become a Registered Nurse in Fayetteville

Education

Most registered nurse positions require a bachelor's degree. Fayetteville and the surrounding Arkansas area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Patient AssessmentMedication AdministrationCritical ThinkingCommunicationEMR SystemsBLS/ACLS

Job Outlook

Nationally, registered nurse employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Fayetteville may vary based on local industry and population growth.