Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Arkansas | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $85,020 | $102,499 | -17% |
| Median hourly wage | $40.88 | $49.28 | -17% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $97,837.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Civil Engineer in Arkansas is $85,020, or about $40.88 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Civil Engineers is $102,499. Arkansas is -17% below the national median.
Entry-level civil engineers in Arkansas typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,870 civil engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $85,020, Arkansas offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.