How much does a purchasing manager make in Arkansas?
$156,500a year
Median yearly pay for purchasing managers in Arkansas. That is $75.22 an hour or $13,040 a month.
- Hourly
- $75.22
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 930
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $74,290Median: $156,500Highest 10%: $273,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $74,290 | $35.72 | |
| 25th | $96,560 | $46.42 | |
| Median | $156,500 | $75.22 | |
| 75th | $214,700 | $103.23 | |
| 90th | $273,100 | $131.30 |
Cities in Arkansas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Fayetteville, AR | $176,300 |
| Memphis, TN | $156,800 |
| Little Rock, AR | $129,700 |
| Fort Smith, AR | $125,300 |
| Jonesboro, AR | $95,290 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for purchasing managers.
| 9. Maryland | $161,500 |
| 10. Kansas | $159,900 |
| 11. California | $159,800 |
| 12. Arkansas | $156,500 |
| 13. Georgia | $155,400 |
| 14. Illinois | $153,400 |
| 15. West Virginia | $147,200 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a purchasing manager make an hour in Arkansas?
The median hourly pay in Arkansas is $75.22 ($156,500 a year).
Do purchasing managers make more in Arkansas than the national average?
Yes: $156,500 against $148,100 nationally, 6% more.
Where does Arkansas rank for purchasing manager pay?
Arkansas ranks 12 of 50 states.
Which city in Arkansas pays purchasing managers the most?
Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR, with a median of $176,300 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.