As of September 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Principal Analyst in Fayetteville, AR is $144,601, equivalent to $70 per hour, $2,781 weekly, or $12,050 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Principal Analyst in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Principal Analyst in Fayetteville, AR vary widely, spanning from $120,986 to $167,501. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($132,240) and 75th percentile ($156,587), while top earners (90th percentile) make $167,501 per year. This $24,347 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Leadership or Web Applications, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Fayetteville Principal Analyst often earn 0.6% lower than national averages. However, Fayetteville currently ranks 710 statewide for Principal Analyst job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Principal Analyst Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Principal Analyst Salary $120,986 Fayetteville, AR September 01, 2026
25th Percentile Principal Analyst Salary $132,240 Fayetteville, AR September 01, 2026
50th Percentile Principal Analyst Salary $144,601 Fayetteville, AR September 01, 2026
75th Percentile Principal Analyst Salary $156,587 Fayetteville, AR September 01, 2026
90th Percentile Principal Analyst Salary $167,501 Fayetteville, AR September 01, 2026
25% $132,240 10% $120,986 90% $167,501 75% $156,587 $144,601 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Fayetteville, Arkansas    Fayetteville is the third-largest city in Arkansas and county seat of Washington County. The city is centrally located within the county and has been....More

Fayetteville, Arkansas  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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