How much does a medical scientist make in Arkansas?
$72,530a year
Median yearly pay for medical scientists in Arkansas. That is $34.87 an hour or $6,044 a month.
- Hourly
- $34.87
- Vs. national median
- -30%
- Rank among states
- 41 of 46
- Jobs in the state
- 230
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $63,050Median: $72,530Highest 10%: $183,400
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $63,050 | $30.31 | |
| 25th | $64,200 | $30.87 | |
| Median | $72,530 | $34.87 | |
| 75th | $94,590 | $45.48 | |
| 90th | $183,400 | $88.19 |
Cities in Arkansas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Little Rock, AR | $82,720 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for medical scientists.
| 38. Texas | $80,470 |
| 39. Kentucky | $77,580 |
| 40. Oklahoma | $76,480 |
| 41. Arkansas | $72,530 |
| 42. Alabama | $68,490 |
| 43. New Mexico | $67,100 |
| 44. Vermont | $66,500 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a medical scientist make an hour in Arkansas?
The median hourly pay in Arkansas is $34.87 ($72,530 a year).
Do medical scientists make more in Arkansas than the national average?
No: $72,530 against $103,400 nationally, 30% less.
Where does Arkansas rank for medical scientist pay?
Arkansas ranks 41 of 46 states.
Which city in Arkansas pays medical scientists the most?
Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR, with a median of $82,720 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.