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| Average Salary: | $92,490 |
| Salary Range: (10th – 90th Percentile) | $46,320 – $156,120 |
| Median Salary: $81,970 | Wage Mean: $44.47 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
Arkansas is a strong market for PMP® and CAPM® certified professionals, with steady openings across logistics, retail supply chain, healthcare, and manufacturing. Little Rock anchors demand through logistics, fintech, and hospital expansions, while the Northwest Arkansas corridor—Fayetteville, Springdale, Rogers, and Bentonville—continues to grow project needs tied to Walmart, J.B. Hunt, and Tyson Foods. Jonesboro also plays a role, particularly in construction and industrial operations.
Recent job snapshots from Indeed show about 330 “Project Manager” postings statewide, alongside 130+ listings explicitly referencing PMP® certification. Hiring is concentrated in Little Rock, Fayetteville/Rogers/Bentonville, and Jonesboro, with daily counts fluctuating but overall demand staying consistent. Employers are increasingly seeking formal project delivery skills to support e-commerce automation, clinical program rollouts, and capital investment projects.
The career outlook is equally promising. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects ~6% growth in project management roles from 2024–2034, with nearly 78,200 openings annually. Pay benchmarks reflect this strength: Glassdoor estimates Arkansas project manager salaries at ≈$105k statewide, with Little Rock ≈$106k and Fayetteville ≈$99.6k. Globally, the PMI® Salary Survey finds PMP® holders earn about 33% more than their non-certified peers.
Current as of: February 2026
Walmart — Global retail and retail tech programs (Bentonville/NWA). View roles → Walmart Careers
J.B. Hunt — Logistics, transportation tech, and supply chain PM. View roles → J.B. Hunt Careers
Tyson Foods — Manufacturing, operations, and enterprise PMO roles. View roles → Tyson Foods Careers
Professional Development Day: “Beyond the Plan,” October 10, 2025 (Junior League of Little Rock). Details → PMI Central Arkansas
June Pizza & PDUs: June 26, 2025 (U.S. Pizza Co., Little Rock). Details → PMI Central Arkansas
“Full-length mocks prepared me for the real exam—passed CAPM and landed a promotion with Walmart’s supply-chain team.”
– Riley S., Fayetteville coordinator
PMP® & CAPM® Certification Training Courses in Arkansas
Our PMP® Certification Training Program is PMI® Authorized with a 92% first-time pass rate—start your 7-day free trial today; cancel anytime.
CAPM® Certification Training Program: Get the 23 PMI®-required contact hours for CAPM®—start your 7-day free trial now; cancel anytime.
Project Management Salary in Arkansas
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| Average Salary: | $92,490 |
| Salary Range: (10th – 90th Percentile) | $46,320 – $156,120 |
| Median Salary: $81,970 | Wage Mean: $44.47 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
Arkansas is a strong market for PMP® and CAPM® certified professionals, with steady openings across logistics, retail supply chain, healthcare, and manufacturing. Little Rock anchors demand through logistics, fintech, and hospital expansions, while the Northwest Arkansas corridor—Fayetteville, Springdale, Rogers, and Bentonville—continues to grow project needs tied to Walmart, J.B. Hunt, and Tyson Foods. Jonesboro also plays a role, particularly in construction and industrial operations.
Recent job snapshots from Indeed show about 330 “Project Manager” postings statewide, alongside 130+ listings explicitly referencing PMP® certification. Hiring is concentrated in Little Rock, Fayetteville/Rogers/Bentonville, and Jonesboro, with daily counts fluctuating but overall demand staying consistent. Employers are increasingly seeking formal project delivery skills to support e-commerce automation, clinical program rollouts, and capital investment projects.
The career outlook is equally promising. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects ~6% growth in project management roles from 2024–2034, with nearly 78,200 openings annually. Pay benchmarks reflect this strength: Glassdoor estimates Arkansas project manager salaries at ≈$105k statewide, with Little Rock ≈$106k and Fayetteville ≈$99.6k. Globally, the PMI® Salary Survey finds PMP® holders earn about 33% more than their non-certified peers.
Current as of: February 2026
Walmart — Global retail and retail tech programs (Bentonville/NWA). View roles → Walmart Careers
J.B. Hunt — Logistics, transportation tech, and supply chain PM. View roles → J.B. Hunt Careers
Tyson Foods — Manufacturing, operations, and enterprise PMO roles. View roles → Tyson Foods Careers
Professional Development Day: “Beyond the Plan,” October 10, 2025 (Junior League of Little Rock). Details → PMI Central Arkansas
June Pizza & PDUs: June 26, 2025 (U.S. Pizza Co., Little Rock). Details → PMI Central Arkansas
“Full-length mocks prepared me for the real exam—passed CAPM and landed a promotion with Walmart’s supply-chain team.”
– Riley S., Fayetteville coordinator
