Economists Salary in Arkansas
Economists in Arkansas earn a median of $91,560 a year, −27% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $91,560
- vs. U.S. median
- −27% ($124,720)
- Rank among states
- 28 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 50
Pay range in Arkansas
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $55,130; the top 10% earn over $136,990. Nationally the range is $67,360 to $238,060.
States ranked near Arkansas
Similar jobs in Arkansas
- Environmental Economists$91,560 median in Arkansas (broader BLS group)
- Financial Quantitative Analysts$60,600 median in Arkansas (broader BLS group)
- Business Intelligence Analysts$109,390 median in Arkansas (broader BLS group)
- Statisticians$105,720 median in Arkansas
- Management Analysts$72,950 median in Arkansas
Economists pay in Arkansas
How much do economists make in Arkansas?
The median is $91,560 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $55,130 and the top 10% earn over $136,990. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Arkansas a good state for economists?
On pay alone it ranks 28 of 40 (−27% vs. the national median of $124,720). Living costs are not included.