Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Arkansas | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $108,580 | $149,469 | -27% |
| Median hourly wage | $52.20 | $71.86 | -27% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $124,948.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a HR Manager in Arkansas is $108,580, or about $52.20 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for HR Managers is $149,469. Arkansas is -27% below the national median.
Entry-level hr managers in Arkansas typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,290 hr manager jobs on record and a median salary of $108,580, Arkansas offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.