Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Arkansas | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $59,770 | $67,290 | -11% |
| Median hourly wage | $28.74 | $32.35 | -11% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $68,780.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a School Counselor in Arkansas is $59,770, or about $28.74 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for School Counselors is $67,290. Arkansas is -11% below the national median.
Entry-level school counselors in Arkansas typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,310 school counselor jobs on record and a median salary of $59,770, Arkansas offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.