Psychologist Salary in Arkansas
Based on 370+ workers in Arkansas
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (AR)
$77,520
$37.27/hr
vs National Average
$97,188
-20.2% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$58K – $112K
370 employed in Arkansas
Salary Distribution — Psychologist in Arkansas
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $58,090 |
| 25th percentile | $61,590 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $77,520 |
| 75th percentile | $85,130 |
| 90th percentile | $111,560 |
Top-Paying Industries for Psychologist (U.S.)
Which industries pay Psychologists the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Psychologists in Arkansas tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Administrative and Support Services | $131,040 | — |
| Government (excl. schools, hospitals & USPS) | $112,010 | 5K |
| Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services | $101,960 | 2K |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | $99,770 | 63K |
| Educational Services | $91,550 | 3K |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Psychologist in Arkansas vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Arkansas) |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $77,520 |
| 2026 (projected) | $79,846 |
The latest year is a projection based on recent wage trends — BLS has not yet released that year’s data.
| Year | Arkansas Median | National Median |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $77,520 | $97,188 |
| 2026 (projected) | $79,846 | $100,104 |
Psychologist Salary by Experience Level in Arkansas
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $61,590 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $77,520 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $85,130 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $111,560 |
Psychologist Salary in Other States
Related Psychologist Salaries in Arkansas
How other high-demand occupations in Arkansas compare to Psychologist ($77,520 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Psychologist | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physicist in AR | $135,820 | +75.2% | $65.30/hr |
| Biochemist and Biophysicist in AR | $82,390 | +6.3% | $39.61/hr |
| Chemist in AR | $75,570 | -2.5% | $36.33/hr |
| Medical Scientist in AR | $72,530 | -6.4% | $34.87/hr |
| Geoscientist in AR | $67,880 | -12.4% | $32.63/hr |
| Urban and Regional Planner in AR | $63,530 | -18.0% | $30.54/hr |
| Environmental Scientist in AR | $57,220 | -26.2% | $27.51/hr |
| Project Management Specialist in AR | $77,170 | -0.5% | $37.10/hr |
| Logistician in AR | $78,400 | +1.1% | $37.69/hr |
| Registered Nurse in AR | $78,940 | +1.8% | $37.95/hr |
| Purchasing Agent in AR | $75,870 | -2.1% | $36.48/hr |
| Personal Financial Advisor in AR | $79,420 | +2.5% | $38.18/hr |