School Principal Salary in Arkansas
Explore school principal salaries in Arkansas including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in AR
$84,848
Monthly: $7,071
Biweekly: $3,263
Entry Level
$51,802
Monthly: $4,317
Biweekly: $1,992
Senior Level
$116,108
Monthly: $9,676
Biweekly: $4,466
Job Growth
14%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $51,802 | $84,848 | $116,108 |
| Monthly | $4,317 | $7,071 | $9,676 |
| Biweekly | $1,992 | $3,263 | $4,466 |
| Weekly | $996 | $1,632 | $2,233 |
| Hourly | $25 | $41 | $56 |
AR vs National Comparison
National Median
$106,060
AR Median
$84,848
Difference
-$21,212
Multiplier
0.80x
About This Career
Manage school operations and ensure educational quality.
Education
Master's degree in Educational Leadership; Principal certification required
Key Skills
Educational LeadershipBudget ManagementStaff ManagementInstructional Supervision
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