Technology Arkansas (AR) Rank #48 of 50

Software Engineer Salary in Arkansas

The median software engineer salary in Arkansas is $96,876 per year, which is 22% below the national median of $124,200.

Median Salary

$96,876

vs National

$-27,324

State Rank

#48 of 50

Cost of Living

84%

Software Engineer Salary in Arkansas by Experience

In Arkansas, an entry-level software engineer earns around $60,840, while experienced professionals earn up to $144,300 per year. The cost of living index in Arkansas is 84% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$60,840

$-17,160 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$97,500

$-27,500 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$144,300

$-40,700 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Arkansas

Percentile	AR Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$58,188	$74,600	$-16,412
25th Percentile	$76,596	$98,200	$-21,604
Median (50th)	$96,876	$124,200	$-27,324
75th Percentile	$123,396	$158,200	$-34,804
90th Percentile	$154,892	$198,580	$-43,688

Major Cities for Software Engineers in Arkansas

The largest employment areas for software engineers in Arkansas include Little Rock, Fort Smith, Fayetteville, and Springdale. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Little Rock, AR