"How long does it take to become an esthetician in Arkansas?"

"Most paths into the esthetician field take 1 to 5 years, depending on whether you complete a trade school program, a registered apprenticeship, or a combination of both."

"What apprenticeships are available for estheticians in Arkansas?"

"In Arkansas, registered apprenticeships are administered through the Arkansas Department of Career Education - Registered Apprenticeship, which works with employers and trade union locals to register programs. See the apprenticeship section above for office contact details."

How to Become An Esthetician in Arkansas

Q: "How much do estheticians earn in Arkansas?"

"According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), estheticians in Arkansas earned a median annual wage of approximately $36,520. Employment concentration in Arkansas is roughly 0.56 of the national average, meaning fewer workers per capita than the U.S. as a whole."

Q: "What is the job outlook for estheticians in Arkansas?"

"Arkansas currently employs approximately 340 workers, and the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics projects 6.7% national employment change for this occupation from 2024 to 2034."

Updated June 8, 2026 | TradeCareerPath Editorial Team

Arkansas skincare specialists earn a median annual wage of $36,520 ($17.56/hr) according to U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data (May 2025), with about 340 workers employed statewide. The state median is approximately -19.4% below the national median of $45,330 for the same occupation.

Key Takeaways

Median annual pay: $36,520 ($17.56/hr)
25th percentile: $26,680 per year
75th percentile: $39,890 per year
Top 10% earn: more than $57,770 per year
Entry-level (bottom 10%): under $23,580 per year
Workers employed in Arkansas: 340
Versus national median: -19.4% below the U.S. median of $45,330
Job concentration: Location quotient 0.56 - this occupation is less concentrated in Arkansas than the national average

Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025. Last reviewed June 8, 2026.

Arkansas employs approximately 340 estheticians according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, with a median annual wage of $36,520 ¹. Nationally, esthetician employment is projected to grow 6.7% from 2024 to 2034, with about 14,500 openings per year ². This page covers how to become an esthetician in Arkansas, including requirements, training programs, and salary data.

Quick Answers About Becoming An Esthetician in Arkansas

How do I become an esthetician in Arkansas? Complete a training program or apprenticeship, gain work experience, and meet any state or employer requirements for estheticians in Arkansas.

How long does it take? Most paths take 1 to 5 years depending on whether you choose trade school, an apprenticeship, or a combination of both.

What do estheticians earn in Arkansas? The median annual wage for estheticians in Arkansas is $36,520 according to BLS data. Entry-level wages start around $23,580 and experienced professionals can earn $57,770 or more ¹.

At a Glance

Training paths: trade school, community college, or apprenticeship
Typical timeline: 1 to 5 years depending on the path
Median wage (Arkansas): $36,520 per year ¹

Esthetician Wages by Metro Area in Arkansas

Skincare Specialists Wages by Metro Area in Arkansas

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (2025 OES data), skincare specialists wages in Arkansas vary by metro area.

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage	Avg. Annual Wage	Entry Level (10th pctile)	Experienced (90th pctile)
Memphis	180	$37,010	$42,080	$20,960	$79,860
Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway	130	$36,650	$40,450	$23,580	$60,360
Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers	90	$34,480	$36,250	$24,710	$45,990
Fort Smith	30	$36,250	$37,520	$22,880	$55,200

Wages reflect survey data and vary based on experience, credentials, employer, and local market conditions. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025.

Top Metros for Estheticians in Arkansas

The metropolitan areas listed below report the highest esthetician employment within Arkansas according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025).

Metro Area	Employment	Median Annual Wage
Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway	130	$36,650
Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers	90	$34,480
Fort Smith	30	$36,250

Explore esthetician programs in Little Rock, Fayetteville, and Fort Smith.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the job outlook for estheticians in Arkansas? Arkansas currently employs approximately 340 estheticians ¹. Nationally, esthetician employment is projected to grow 6.7% from 2024 to 2034 ².

What training programs are available in Arkansas? Options include trade schools, community colleges, and apprenticeship programs. Use the school finder above to search for accredited programs in Arkansas.

How much do estheticians earn in Arkansas compared to the national average? The median annual wage for estheticians in Arkansas is $36,520, which is $5,040 below the national median of $41,560 according to BLS data ¹.

Citations

About this guide: Researched and written by the TradeCareerPath Editorial Team. Our editorial team researches and sources every trade school and career guide using federal labor and education data, including BLS OEWS and Employment Projections, DOL apprenticeship records, IPEDS, College Scorecard, and state licensing boards. We follow the editorial standards documented at /editorial-policy/.

References

Bureau of Labor Statistics - Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics: https://www.bls.gov/oes/ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎ ↩︎
Bureau of Labor Statistics - Employment Projections: https://www.bls.gov/emp/ ↩︎ ↩︎

Data sources

Figures on this page are sourced from the federal and state datasets below. Methodology: how we rank and source data.

Data	Provider	Vintage
Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	May 2025
Employment Projections	U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics	2024-2034
Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System	National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)	2024
College Scorecard (school-level outcomes)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release
College Scorecard (field-of-study earnings)	U.S. Department of Education	latest release (updated 2026-06-12)
Occupational licensing requirements	CareerOneStop (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2026-02-22)
Registered apprenticeship programs	CareerOneStop / Apprenticeship.gov (U.S. Department of Labor)	latest release (updated 2025-10-25)
O*NET occupation profiles (skills, tasks, tools, job zones)	U.S. Department of Labor (O*NET / Employment & Training Admin.)	O*NET 29.1 (updated 2026-06-13)