Data Scientists pay in Arkansas
In Arkansas, the median pay for data scientists is $52.59 an hour ($109,390 a year). About 530 people work in this job there.
That is 9% lower than the U.S. median ($120,230). Arkansas ranks 17th of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for data scientists in Arkansas
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $32.25 | $67,090 |
| 25% of workers | $46.88 | $97,510 |
| Half of workers (median) | $52.59 | $109,390 |
| 75% of workers | $65.41 | $136,060 |
| 90% of workers | $81.30 | $169,110 |
Data Scientists pay in Arkansas metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers | $125,590 | 280 |
| Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway | $103,510 | 130 |
Arkansas unemployment rate: 3.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for data scientists
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +34.6% over ten years, much faster than average · about 24,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Arkansas
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Statisticians | $105,720 |
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