Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Arkansas | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $42,840 | $51,589 | -17% |
| Median hourly wage | $20.60 | $24.80 | -17% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $49,298.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Bookkeeper in Arkansas is $42,840, or about $20.60 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Bookkeepers is $51,589. Arkansas is -17% below the national median.
Entry-level bookkeepers in Arkansas typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 12,510 bookkeeper jobs on record and a median salary of $42,840, Arkansas offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.