Surgeon Salary in Arkansas
Based on 280+ workers in Arkansas
Data year: 2025 · Last updated: October 2026
Median Annual Salary (AR)
$254,940
$122.57/hr
vs National Average
$377,583
-32.5% vs national median
Salary Range (10th–90th)
$64K – $417K
280 employed in Arkansas
Salary Distribution — Surgeon in Arkansas
| Percentile | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $64,490 |
| 25th percentile | $174,880 |
| Median (50th percentile) | $254,940 |
| 75th percentile | $269,360 |
| 90th percentile | $417,460 |
Top-Paying Industries for Surgeon (U.S.)
Which industries pay Surgeons the most — nationwide figures (industry-level data is not available by state). Surgeons in Arkansas tend to follow these industry patterns.
| Industry (U.S.) | Median Salary | Employed (U.S.) |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | $414,010 | 23K |
| Government (excl. schools, hospitals & USPS) | $172,830 | 40 |
| Educational Services | $102,620 | 2K |
Source: U.S. BLS OEWS National Industry-Specific estimates, May 2025. National figures (not state-specific).
Historical Salary Trend — Surgeon in Arkansas vs National
| Year | Median Salary (Arkansas) |
|---|---|
| 2025 | $254,940 |
| 2026 (projected) | $262,588 |
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 | $254,940 | $377,583 |
| 2026 (projected) | $262,588 | $388,910 |
Surgeon Salary by Experience Level in Arkansas
| Experience Level | Years | Median Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Junior | 0-2 yrs | $174,880 |
| Mid-level | 3-5 yrs | $254,940 |
| Senior | 6-9 yrs | $269,360 |
| Staff / Lead | 10+ yrs | $417,460 |
Surgeon Salary in Other States
Related Surgeon Salaries in Arkansas
How other high-demand occupations in Arkansas compare to Surgeon ($254,940 median).
| Occupation | Median Salary | vs Surgeon | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Internal Medicine Physician in AR | $233,130 | -8.6% | $112.08/hr |
| Nurse Anesthetist in AR | $224,280 | -12.0% | $107.83/hr |
| Family Medicine Physician in AR | $215,820 | -15.3% | $103.76/hr |
| Dentist in AR | $178,930 | -29.8% | $86.02/hr |
| Pediatrician in AR | $160,440 | -37.1% | $77.13/hr |
| Pharmacist in AR | $136,060 | -46.6% | $65.41/hr |
| Nurse Practitioner in AR | $125,660 | -50.7% | $60.41/hr |
| Psychiatrist in AR | $124,750 | -51.1% | $59.98/hr |
| Optometrist in AR | $124,470 | -51.2% | $59.84/hr |
| Physician Assistant in AR | $118,430 | -53.5% | $56.94/hr |
| Veterinarian in AR | $107,710 | -57.8% | $51.78/hr |
| Occupational Therapist in AR | $106,360 | -58.3% | $51.13/hr |