Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Arkansas | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $86,310 | $115,089 | -25% |
| Median hourly wage | $41.50 | $55.33 | -25% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $99,321.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Construction Manager in Arkansas is $86,310, or about $41.50 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Construction Managers is $115,089. Arkansas is -25% below the national median.
Entry-level construction managers in Arkansas typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,280 construction manager jobs on record and a median salary of $86,310, Arkansas offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.