Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Arkansas | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $70,260 | $75,854 | -7% |
| Median hourly wage | $33.78 | $36.47 | -7% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $80,852.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Loan Officer in Arkansas is $70,260, or about $33.78 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Loan Officers is $75,854. Arkansas is -7% below the national median.
Entry-level loan officers in Arkansas typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,610 loan officer jobs on record and a median salary of $70,260, Arkansas offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.