Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants Salary in Arkansas

$17,835 $57,878
10th pct Median: $33,650 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$17,835
25th Percentile$24,228
50th (Median)$33,650
75th Percentile$46,437
90th (Top Earners)$57,878
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Arkansas median salary of $33,650 for Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants has the purchasing power of approximately $38,152 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Arkansas's lower cost of living (COL index: 88.2) means your salary goes further than in higher-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants make in Arkansas?
Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants in Arkansas earn a median annual salary of $33,650 per year ($16.18/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $40,060.
Is Arkansas a good state for Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants?
Arkansas pays slightly below the national average for medical secretaries and administrative assistants. Cost of living in Arkansas is lower average (COL index: 88.2).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants in Arkansas?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 88.2 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $33,650 salary in Arkansas has the purchasing power of approximately $38,152 in Missouri. Lower living costs in Arkansas increase real purchasing power.
How does Arkansas compare to neighboring states for Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Arkansas

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $279,048
2 Radiologists $260,333
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $257,225
4 Neurologists $248,304
5 Surgeons, All Other $247,397
6 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $228,379
7 Psychiatrists $209,830
8 Physicians, Pathologists $204,893
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants in Arkansas

Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the administrative sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: High school diploma

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