Administrative Quality Assurance Specialist Salary in Arkansas

How much does an Administrative Quality Assurance Specialist make in Arkansas? As of September 01, 2026, the average salary for an Administrative Quality Assurance Specialist in Arkansas is $94,263 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $45.

However, an Administrative Quality Assurance Specialist's salary can vary significantly. Here's a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $109,657
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $86,126 to $102,321
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $78,717

Key Factors That Influence Administrative Quality Assurance Specialist Salaries

An Administrative Quality Assurance Specialist's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Administrative Quality Assurance Specialist Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of an Administrative Quality Assurance Specialist's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

  • Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $62,929
  • Early Career (1-2 years): $76,497
  • Mid-Level (2-4 years): $92,585
  • Senior-Level (5-8 years): $115,507
  • Expert (over 8 years): $139,814
Job RoleYears of ExperienceAverage Salary
Quality Assurance Specialist I less than 1 year $62,929
Quality Assurance Specialist II 1-2 years $76,497
Administrative Quality Assurance Specialist 2-4 years $92,585
Quality Assurance Specialist IV 5-8 years $115,507
Quality Assurance Specialist V over 8 years $139,814

Top Paying Cities for Administrative Quality Assurance Specialist

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

  • Star City: $92,720
  • Wesley: $94,162
  • West Fork: $94,760

Administrative Quality Assurance Specialist Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Administrative Quality Assurance Specialist roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 20% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Aerospace & Defense and Business Services sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 10% above the average. In contrast, Administrative Quality Assurance Specialist positions in Transportation or Software & Networking typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Administrative Quality Assurance Specialist as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for an Administrative Quality Assurance Specialist

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Aerospace & Defense $103,690 $50.0 10%
Business Services $103,690 $50.0 10%
Construction $103,690 $50.0 10%
Energy & Utilities $103,690 $50.0 10%
Healthcare $103,690 $50.0 10%

Administrative Quality Assurance Specialist Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how an Administrative Quality Assurance Specialist's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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Last Updated on September 01, 2026
$86,126
Average $94,263/year
$102,321
$7,177
Average $7,855/month
$8,527
$1,656
Average $1,813/week
$1,968
$41
Average $45/hour
$49
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $102,321 $8,527 $1,968 $49
Average $94,263 $7,855 $1,813 $45
25th Percentile $86,126 $7,177 $1,656 $41

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