How much does a retail salesperson make in Arkansas?
$29,270a year
Median yearly pay for retail salespersons in Arkansas. That is $14.07 an hour or $2,439 a month.
- Hourly
- $14.07
- Vs. national median
- -17%
- Rank among states
- 49 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 35,510
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $23,830Median: $29,270Highest 10%: $39,790
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $23,830 | $11.46 | |
| 25th | $26,980 | $12.97 | |
| Median | $29,270 | $14.07 | |
| 75th | $35,350 | $17.00 | |
| 90th | $39,790 | $19.13 |
Cities in Arkansas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Memphis, TN | $32,580 |
| Fayetteville, AR | $30,300 |
| Little Rock, AR | $29,150 |
| Jonesboro, AR | $28,960 |
| Texarkana, TX | $28,700 |
| Fort Smith, AR | $28,350 |
| Hot Springs, AR | $27,890 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for retail salespersons.
| 46. Oklahoma | $29,660 |
| 47. Kentucky | $29,650 |
| 48. Louisiana | $29,490 |
| 49. Arkansas | $29,270 |
| 50. West Virginia | $28,950 |
| 51. Mississippi | $28,640 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a retail salesperson make an hour in Arkansas?
The median hourly pay in Arkansas is $14.07 ($29,270 a year).
Do retail salespersons make more in Arkansas than the national average?
No: $29,270 against $35,410 nationally, 17% less.
Where does Arkansas rank for retail salesperson pay?
Arkansas ranks 49 of 51 states.
Which city in Arkansas pays retail salespersons the most?
Memphis, TN-MS-AR, with a median of $32,580 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.