Data vintage · May 2025 · Ranked by median annual wage
Highest-paying jobs in North Arkansas
336 occupations with published wages, ranked
The highest median wage in North Arkansas belongs to General Internal Medicine Physicians, at $316,730 per year. The lowest published median is $23,160.
The 25 highest-paying occupations
| # | Occupation | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | General Internal Medicine Physicians | $316,730 | 50 | |
| 2 | Nurse Anesthetists | $260,000 | 50 | |
| 3 | Dentists, General | $166,100 | 130 | |
| 4 | Pharmacists | $132,240 | 340 | |
| 5 | Architectural and Engineering Managers | $131,080 | 50 | |
| 6 | Optometrists | $127,810 | 30 | |
| 7 | Marketing Managers | $115,520 | 40 | |
| 8 | Physician Assistants | $113,380 | 90 | |
| 9 | Chief Executives | $106,100 | 340 | |
| 10 | Occupational Therapists | $105,940 | 240 | |
| 11 | Nurse Practitioners | $105,880 | 520 | |
| 12 | Human Resources Managers | $104,740 | 70 | |
| 13 | Purchasing Managers | $104,370 | 30 | |
| 14 | Veterinarians | $104,190 | 70 | |
| 15 | Software Developers | $103,250 | 110 | |
| 16 | Gas Plant Operators | $100,870 | 180 | |
| 17 | Commercial Pilots | $100,220 | 80 | |
| 18 | Industrial Production Managers | $100,120 | 180 | |
| 19 | Postmasters and Mail Superintendents | $97,680 | 40 | |
| 20 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | $96,550 | 130 | |
| 21 | Financial Managers | $95,940 | 490 | |
| 22 | Physical Therapists | $95,830 | 300 | |
| 23 | Civil Engineers | $90,980 | 80 | |
| 24 | Personal Financial Advisors | $87,340 | 90 | |
| 25 | Medical and Health Services Managers | $86,790 | 620 |
At the other end of the scale
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Bartenders | $23,160 | 250 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $23,830 | 3,740 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | $23,840 | 1,950 |
| Teachers and Instructors, All Other | $24,240 | 40 |
| Producers and Directors | $24,960 | 90 |
| Sales and Related Workers, All Other | $24,960 | 70 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $25,290 | 230 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $25,720 | 260 |
| Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers | $25,730 | 40 |
| Self-Enrichment Teachers | $25,980 | 40 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Rankings cover only occupations for which a median wage was published; occupations the survey suppressed do not appear. Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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