May 2025 · Metropolitan area · BLS OEWS
Salaries in West Arkansas
West Arkansas nonmetropolitan area
284 occupations
Across 284 occupations with published wages in West Arkansas, dentists, general record the highest median at $180,990 per year.
Highest-paying occupations in West Arkansas
| # | Occupation | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dentists, General | $180,990 | 60 | |
| 2 | Architectural and Engineering Managers | $171,710 | 70 | |
| 3 | Pharmacists | $136,750 | 190 | |
| 4 | Nurse Practitioners | $128,350 | 150 | |
| 5 | Chief Executives | $113,890 | 200 | |
| 6 | Occupational Therapists | $111,300 | 90 | |
| 7 | Electrical Engineers | $105,980 | 50 | |
| 8 | Sales Managers | $104,010 | 70 | |
| 9 | Veterinarians | $101,500 | 40 | |
| 10 | Industrial Engineers | $101,130 | 100 | |
| 11 | Industrial Production Managers | $100,050 | 200 | |
| 12 | Gas Plant Operators | $100,020 | 30 | |
| 13 | Software Developers | $98,880 | 40 | |
| 14 | Civil Engineers | $96,420 | 40 | |
| 15 | Financial Managers | $95,930 | 280 | |
| 16 | Computer and Information Systems Managers | $92,260 | 90 | |
| 17 | Facilities Managers | $91,170 | 60 | |
| 18 | Human Resources Managers | $89,260 | 50 | |
| 19 | Lawyers | $88,100 | 120 | |
| 20 | Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers | $87,920 | 50 | |
| 21 | Medical and Health Services Managers | $86,070 | 310 | |
| 22 | First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers | $85,360 | — | |
| 23 | Physical Therapists | $84,700 | 120 | |
| 24 | Dental Hygienists | $83,640 | 100 | |
| 25 | Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary | $82,070 | 260 |
Largest occupations by employment
| Occupation | Jobs | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 3,150 | $23,870 |
| Cashiers | 2,670 | $26,740 |
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | 2,360 | $48,030 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 2,240 | $35,210 |
| Retail Salespersons | 2,090 | $28,090 |
| Office Clerks, General | 2,010 | $36,060 |
| General and Operations Managers | 1,900 | $63,720 |
| Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners | 1,490 | $28,740 |
| Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand | 1,440 | $33,830 |
| Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education | 1,270 | $56,790 |
Lowest-paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Teaching Assistants, Postsecondary | $22,880 | 90 |
| Waiters and Waitresses | $23,490 | 1,070 |
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | $23,870 | 3,150 |
| Floral Designers | $23,900 | 40 |
| Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists | $23,990 | 40 |
| Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers | $24,140 | 40 |
| Teachers and Instructors, All Other | $24,300 | 90 |
| Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop | $25,720 | 170 |
| Amusement and Recreation Attendants | $25,730 | 110 |
| Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers | $25,930 | 130 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Wages are for wage-and-salary workers; self-employed workers are not included. 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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