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# Jobs in Fayetteville, AR — University of Arkansas Hub

**State:** [Arkansas Jobs Hiring Now | Salary, Industries, Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/arkansas?utm_source=ai_markdown)
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**Open jobs:** 721
## Summary

- Postings on employer career sites published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026: 1,280
- Median salary: $44K
- Salary range (P25–P75): $35K – $71K
- Remote share: 7.8%

## Market Insights — September 2026

*Based on 1,280 postings published Jun 1 – Sep 28, 2026 • Updated September 28, 2026*

- Pay in Fayetteville, AR runs 37% below the United States median ($44K vs $70K).
- Industries with the most postings in Fayetteville, AR: Higher Education (21% of all postings), followed by Engineering Services and Hospitals and Health Care.

*Numbers above are computed from postings on employer career sites published in the window shown below, closed ones included. Salary figures use posted ranges where available; the market median is the median of the country the pay is quoted in, as its location page shows it. Confidence reflects sample size and signal stability vs the prior month.*

## Top industries in Fayetteville, AR

| Industry | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Higher Education | 263 | $42K |
| Engineering Services | 153 | — |
| Hospitals & Health Care | 112 | $46K |
| Retail | 84 | — |
| Restaurants | 59 | — |
| Food & Beverage Services | 55 | — |
| Insurance | 36 | — |
| Primary & Secondary Education | 31 | — |

## Top roles hiring in Fayetteville, AR

| Role | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineer | 33 | — |
| Retail Sales Associate | 33 | — |

## Top hiring companies in Fayetteville, AR

| Company | Total jobs |
|---|---|
| [Domino's Pizza Pakistan Jobs & Careers — QSR](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/domino-s-pizza?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 34 |

**H1B sponsorship (FY2025 Q4 – FY2026 Q3):** 12 employers filed 70 petitions; 1% of the employers hiring here now are among them.

## Top visa sponsors in Fayetteville, AR

| Company | Workers | Median filed wage |
|---|---|---|
| University of Arkansas | 39 | $68K |
| University of Arkansas Division of Agriculture | 18 | — |
| J.B. Hunt | 3 | — |
| Arvest Bank | 10 | — |
| Ryan Engineering | 1 | — |

## Nearby cities hiring

| City | Distance | Total jobs | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| [Jobs in Springdale, AR — Tyson Foods HQ & Poultry](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/arkansas/springdale?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 8.7 mi | 1177 | $46K |
| [Jobs in Rogers, AR — Retail, Logistics & Tech Hiring](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/arkansas/rogers?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 18.7 mi | 1187 | $86K |
| [Jobs in Bentonville, AR — Walmart HQ & Retail Tech](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/arkansas/bentonville?utm_source=ai_markdown) | 21.6 mi | 1762 | $135K |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What industries are hiring most in Fayetteville?

Education, logistics, food and beverage production, technology, and healthcare lead hiring in Fayetteville. The University of Arkansas campus and the concentration of Fortune 500 regional operations make this one of Arkansas's most diverse job markets.
### What is the typical salary range for jobs in Fayetteville, AR?

Fayetteville salaries are among the strongest in Arkansas, especially in corporate, logistics, and technology roles tied to large regional employers. University positions vary widely by role and experience level.
### Which companies hire most in Fayetteville?

The University of Arkansas is the area's largest employer, alongside Tyson Foods corporate offices, J.B. Hunt Transport, and a growing number of technology and professional services firms. The top hiring companies table lists current openings.
### Is remote work common for Fayetteville, AR jobs?

Remote and hybrid roles are available in technology, corporate functions, and administrative roles — particularly within the Northwest Arkansas business cluster. On-site work is standard in education, healthcare, and food production.
### How can I expand my job search beyond Fayetteville?

Use the nearby cities table to explore roles in Springdale, Rogers, and Bentonville. The <a href="/locations/arkansas">Arkansas jobs page</a> covers all open positions across Arkansas.
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