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Social Media Manager Salary in Little Rock, Arkansas

Updated 2026-04-05BLS 2024 data — be the first to add a local report

Salary Distribution

BLS 2024
$113,759/ year

Median Social Media Manager in Little Rock, AR

$64,550
10th
$78,720
25th
$113,759
Median
$159,901
75th
$195,079
90th

Compensation Breakdown

BLS 2024
Base salary (median)
$113,759
Total compensation (est.)
$130,823
Bonus range
$4,800 – $23,400
Mean salary
$120,585

How This Compares

Little Rock, AR median
$113,759
Arkansas median
$141,505-19.6%
National median
$138,730-18.0%

Cost of living in Little Rock is 0% below the national average. Salary of $113,759 here is equivalent to $113,759 nationally.

Salary by Experience

0-2 years
$81,906-28.0%
3-5 years
$103,521-9.0%
6-10 years
$127,410+12.0%
10+ years
$156,987+38.0%

Salary by Company Size

Startup (< 100 employees)
$100,108-12.0%
Mid-size (100–5,000)
$113,759
Enterprise (5,000+)
$134,236+18.0%

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Social Media Manager Salaries in Nearby Cities

Fort Smith, AR$138,730/yr
Fayetteville, AR$138,730/yr

Related Jobs in Little Rock

Graphic Designer$49,175/yr
Content Writer$60,426/yr
Copywriter$60,426/yr
Photographer$32,939/yr
Video Editor$51,463/yr

Quick Numbers

Hourly (40hr week)$55/hr
Monthly gross$9,480/mo
25th percentile$78,720/yr
75th percentile$159,901/yr

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Market Context

via FRED

Fed Funds Rate

Mar 2026

3.64%

Inflation (CPI)

year-over-year

2.4%+0.04

National Unemployment

Mar 2026

4.3%-0.10

Arkansas Unemployment

Dec 2025

4.2%+0.10

Avg Hourly Earnings

all private workers

$37.38+$0.09

10yr Treasury

Apr 2026

4.31%

Source: St. Louis Fed (FRED). Updated daily.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average Social Media Manager salary in Little Rock?

The median Social Media Manager salary in Little Rock is $113,759 per year, with a range from $78,720 at the 25th percentile to $159,901 at the 75th percentile. Total compensation including bonuses typically runs higher — see the breakdown above for the full picture.

How does Social Media Manager pay in Little Rock compare to the national average?

Social Media Manager salaries in Little Rock are 18% below the national median of $138,730. After adjusting for Little Rock's cost of living, the purchasing power of that salary is equivalent to roughly $113,759 nationally — which is the number that actually matters when comparing offers across cities.

What factors affect Social Media Manager salaries in Little Rock?

In Little Rock, the biggest drivers are years of experience, company size, and industry vertical. Entry-level Social Media Manager roles start around $64,550, while senior and staff-level positions at larger employers can reach $195,079 or above. Specialized skills and in-demand tools can also meaningfully shift where you land in the range.

Is Little Rock a good place for Social Media Manager jobs?

Little Rock offers a Social Media Manager median of $113,759, which is 18% below the US median of $138,730. Whether that makes it a good market depends on your personal cost-of-living equation — Little Rock is 0% cheaper than the national average, so factor that into your math.

How do I negotiate a higher Social Media Manager salary?

Start with the data on this page: the 75th percentile for Social Media Manager in Little Rock is $159,901, which is a defensible anchor for a negotiation. Come in with a specific number backed by real market data — not a range — and reference your experience tier. If you're above the median, ask for the 75th percentile. If you're already at the 75th, push for total comp improvements like equity or bonus instead.