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How much does an atmospheric and space scientist make in Arkansas?

$71,940a year

Median yearly pay for atmospheric and space scientists in Arkansas. That is $34.59 an hour or $5,995 a month.

Hourly
$34.59
Vs. national median
-27%
Rank among states
45 of 47
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $65,610Median: $71,940Highest 10%: $216,300
PercentileYearlyHourly
10th$65,610$31.54
25th$67,560$32.48
Median$71,940$34.59
75th$97,580$46.91
90th$216,300$104.00

Cities in Arkansas

Metro areas, median yearly pay.

Memphis, TN$78,950
Salaries for every job in Arkansas

Nearby in the ranking

States with similar pay for atmospheric and space scientists.

42. Iowa$76,850
43. Oklahoma$76,480
44. Pennsylvania$75,890
45. Arkansas$71,940
46. Nebraska$60,540
47. New Hampshire$42,820
Atmospheric and Space Scientist salary in all states

Frequently asked questions

How much does an atmospheric and space scientist make an hour in Arkansas?

The median hourly pay in Arkansas is $34.59 ($71,940 a year).

Do atmospheric and space scientists make more in Arkansas than the national average?

No: $71,940 against $99,070 nationally, 27% less.

Where does Arkansas rank for atmospheric and space scientist pay?

Arkansas ranks 45 of 47 states.

Which city in Arkansas pays atmospheric and space scientists the most?

Memphis, TN-MS-AR, with a median of $78,950 a year.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.