Employing over 7,500 people in the metropolitan area, Jonesboro’s healthcare industry is a key component of the excellent quality of life our residents enjoy. The opening of the New York Institute of Technology’s College of Osteopathic Medicine at Arkansas State University adds another layer of excellence to this growing sector.
HEALTHCARE WORKFORCE IN JONESBORO MSA
| SOC Code | Job Description | Estimated Employment | Median Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29-1021 | Dentists, General | 70 | $168,080 |
| 29-1031 | Dietitians & Nutritionists | 30 | $53,590 |
| 29-1041 | Optometrists | 20 | $101,040 |
| 29-1051 | Pharmacists | 180 | $128,690 |
| 29-1071 | Physician Assistants | 20 | $47,480 |
| 29-1122 | Occupational Therapists | 90 | $85,950 |
| 29-1123 | Physical Therapists | 150 | $82,790 |
| 29-1141 | Registered Nurses | 1,800 | $64,890 |
| 29-1171 | Nurse Practitioners | 210 | $102,770 |
| 29-1292 | Dental Hygienists | 100 | $73,340 |
| 29-2032 | Diagnostic Medical Sonographers | 30 | $65,280 |
| 29-2034 | Radiologic Technologists & Technicians | 170 | $49,780 |
| 29-2052 | Pharmacy Technicians | 250 | $33,880 |
| 29-2061 |
Licensed Practical & Licensed Vocational |
640 | $42,640 |
| 29-2099 |
Health Technologists & Technicians, |
60 | $39,160 |
| 31-1120 | Home Health & Personal Care Aides | 1,040 | $25,780 |
| 31-2011 | Occupational Therapy Assistants | 60 | $70,910 |
| 31-2021 | Physical Therapist Assistants | 150 | $61,420 |
| 31-9091 | Dental Assistants | 190 | $36,010 |
| 31-9092 | Medical Assistants | 160 | $31,860 |
| 31-9094 | Medical Transcriptionists | 20 | $33,750 |
| 31-9099 | Healthcare Support Workers, All Other | 50 | $25,910 |
Source: Arkansas Occupational Employment and Wage Survey 2023
