Agriculture & Environment Arkansas (AR) Rank #48 of 50

Zoologist Salary in Arkansas

The median zoologist salary in Arkansas is $57,313 per year, which is 16% below the national median of $68,230.

Median Salary

$57,313

vs National

$-10,917

State Rank

#48 of 50

Cost of Living

84%

Zoologist Salary in Arkansas by Experience

In Arkansas, an entry-level zoologist earns around $37,800, while experienced professionals earn up to $88,200 per year. The cost of living index in Arkansas is 84% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$37,800

$-7,200 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$58,800

$-11,200 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$88,200

$-16,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Arkansas

Percentile	AR Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$35,280	$42,000	$-6,720
25th Percentile	$45,360	$54,000	$-8,640
Median (50th)	$57,313	$68,230	$-10,917
75th Percentile	$75,600	$90,000	$-14,400
90th Percentile	$94,080	$112,000	$-17,920

Zoologist Salary by City in Arkansas

The largest employment areas for zoologists 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

$59,360

Pop. 202,591 · COL 87%

Fort Smith, AR

$54,584

Pop. 89,142 · COL 80%

Fayetteville, AR

$60,042

Pop. 93,949 · COL 88%

Springdale, AR

$57,313

Pop. 80,433 · COL 84%

Jonesboro, AR

$55,949

Pop. 78,576 · COL 82%

How to Become a Zoologist in Arkansas

Education

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

Key Skills

Wildlife BiologyField ResearchData AnalysisGISScientific WritingConservation

Job Outlook in Arkansas

Nationally, zoologist employment is projected to grow 3% over the next decade (as fast as average). Arkansas's demand may vary based on local industry trends.