Retail & Sales Arkansas (AR) Rank #48 of 50

Sales Representative Salary in Arkansas

The median sales representative salary in Arkansas is $55,129 per year, which is 16% below the national median of $65,630.

Median Salary

$55,129

vs National

$-10,501

State Rank

#48 of 50

Cost of Living

84%

Sales Representative Salary in Arkansas by Experience

In Arkansas, an entry-level sales representative earns around $29,400, while experienced professionals earn up to $121,800 per year. The cost of living index in Arkansas is 84% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$29,400

$-5,600 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$57,120

$-10,880 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$121,800

$-23,200 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Arkansas

Percentile	AR Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$26,880	$32,000	$-5,120
25th Percentile	$36,960	$44,000	$-7,040
Median (50th)	$55,129	$65,630	$-10,501
75th Percentile	$84,000	$100,000	$-16,000
90th Percentile	$127,680	$152,000	$-24,320

Sales Representative Salary by City in Arkansas

The largest employment areas for sales representatives 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

$57,098

Pop. 202,591 · COL 87%

Fort Smith, AR

$52,504

Pop. 89,142 · COL 80%

Fayetteville, AR

$57,754

Pop. 93,949 · COL 88%

Springdale, AR

$55,129

Pop. 80,433 · COL 84%

Jonesboro, AR

$53,817

Pop. 78,576 · COL 82%

How to Become a Sales Representative in Arkansas

Education

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

Key Skills

ProspectingNegotiationCRM SoftwarePresentationProduct KnowledgeClosing

Job Outlook in Arkansas

Nationally, sales representative employment is projected to grow 2% over the next decade (as fast as average). Arkansas's demand may vary based on local industry trends.