Mechanical Engineers pay in Arkansas
In Arkansas, the median pay for mechanical engineers is $38.55 an hour ($80,180 a year). About 1,410 people work in this job there.
That is 23% lower than the U.S. median ($104,110). Arkansas ranks 51st of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for mechanical engineers in Arkansas
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $27.72 | $57,650 |
| 25% of workers | $31.55 | $65,620 |
| Half of workers (median) | $38.55 | $80,180 |
| 75% of workers | $49.93 | $103,850 |
| 90% of workers | $63.39 | $131,840 |
Mechanical Engineers pay in Arkansas metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway | $93,800 | 330 |
| Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers | $80,180 | 260 |
| Fort Smith | $78,950 | 150 |
| Jonesboro | $76,690 | 160 |
Arkansas unemployment rate: 3.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for mechanical engineers
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Job outlook: +11.2% over ten years, much faster than average · about 17,800 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Arkansas
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Civil Engineers | $85,020 |
| Industrial Engineers | $98,410 |
| Electrical Engineers | $96,860 |
| Engineers, All Other | $76,940 |
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