How much does a biological scientist make in Arkansas?
$76,400a year
Median yearly pay for biological scientists in Arkansas. That is $36.73 an hour or $6,367 a month.
- Hourly
- $36.73
- Vs. national median
- -23%
- Rank among states
- 44 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 360
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $41,910Median: $76,400Highest 10%: $112,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $41,910 | $20.15 | |
| 25th | $56,040 | $26.94 | |
| Median | $76,400 | $36.73 | |
| 75th | $97,470 | $46.86 | |
| 90th | $112,400 | $54.04 |
Cities in Arkansas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Little Rock, AR | $88,610 |
| Memphis, TN | $86,380 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for biological scientists.
| 41. Kentucky | $79,400 |
| 42. Wisconsin | $78,480 |
| 43. Vermont | $77,960 |
| 44. Arkansas | $76,400 |
| 45. Kansas | $76,400 |
| 46. Minnesota | $76,400 |
| 47. Nevada | $74,210 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a biological scientist make an hour in Arkansas?
The median hourly pay in Arkansas is $36.73 ($76,400 a year).
Do biological scientists make more in Arkansas than the national average?
No: $76,400 against $98,920 nationally, 23% less.
Where does Arkansas rank for biological scientist pay?
Arkansas ranks 44 of 50 states.
Which city in Arkansas pays biological scientists the most?
Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR, with a median of $88,610 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.