How much does an animal trainer make in Arkansas?
$39,400a year
Median yearly pay for animal trainers in Arkansas. That is $18.94 an hour or $3,283 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.94
- Vs. national median
- -1%
- Rank among states
- 20 of 47
- Jobs in the state
- 110
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,280Median: $39,400Highest 10%: $59,260
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,280 | $15.04 | |
| 25th | $34,300 | $16.49 | |
| Median | $39,400 | $18.94 | |
| 75th | $54,030 | $25.98 | |
| 90th | $59,260 | $28.49 |
Cities in Arkansas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Fayetteville, AR | $34,300 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for animal trainers.
| 17. Idaho | $40,770 |
| 18. Maine | $40,760 |
| 19. Oklahoma | $40,310 |
| 20. Arkansas | $39,400 |
| 21. North Dakota | $38,970 |
| 22. Pennsylvania | $38,920 |
| 23. Utah | $38,580 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an animal trainer make an hour in Arkansas?
The median hourly pay in Arkansas is $18.94 ($39,400 a year).
Do animal trainers make more in Arkansas than the national average?
No: $39,400 against $39,990 nationally, 1% less.
Where does Arkansas rank for animal trainer pay?
Arkansas ranks 20 of 47 states.
Which city in Arkansas pays animal trainers the most?
Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR, with a median of $34,300 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.