How much does an animal caretaker make in Arkansas?
$30,230a year
Median yearly pay for animal caretakers in Arkansas. That is $14.53 an hour or $2,519 a month.
- Hourly
- $14.53
- Vs. national median
- -15%
- Rank among states
- 40 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 2,040
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $27,290Median: $30,230Highest 10%: $47,990
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $27,290 | $13.12 | |
| 25th | $28,580 | $13.74 | |
| Median | $30,230 | $14.53 | |
| 75th | $35,210 | $16.93 | |
| 90th | $47,990 | $23.07 |
Cities in Arkansas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Fayetteville, AR | $33,900 |
| Fort Smith, AR | $32,720 |
| Memphis, TN | $31,070 |
| Jonesboro, AR | $30,410 |
| Little Rock, AR | $29,270 |
| Hot Springs, AR | $28,450 |
| Texarkana, TX | $28,220 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for animal caretakers.
| 37. Michigan | $30,320 |
| 38. Nevada | $30,320 |
| 39. Ohio | $30,310 |
| 40. Arkansas | $30,230 |
| 41. Wisconsin | $30,160 |
| 42. Iowa | $30,080 |
| 43. Indiana | $29,990 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an animal caretaker make an hour in Arkansas?
The median hourly pay in Arkansas is $14.53 ($30,230 a year).
Do animal caretakers make more in Arkansas than the national average?
No: $30,230 against $35,360 nationally, 15% less.
Where does Arkansas rank for animal caretaker pay?
Arkansas ranks 40 of 51 states.
Which city in Arkansas pays animal caretakers the most?
Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR, with a median of $33,900 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.