Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Arkansas | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $80,180 | $107,639 | -26% |
| Median hourly wage | $38.55 | $51.75 | -26% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $92,267.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Mechanical Engineer in Arkansas is $80,180, or about $38.55 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Mechanical Engineers is $107,639. Arkansas is -26% below the national median.
Entry-level mechanical engineers in Arkansas typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,410 mechanical engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $80,180, Arkansas offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.