How much does a chemical plant and system operator make in Arkansas?
$91,610a year
Median yearly pay for chemical plant and system operators in Arkansas. That is $44.04 an hour or $7,634 a month.
- Hourly
- $44.04
- Vs. national median
- +17%
- Rank among states
- 8 of 35
- Jobs in the state
- 240
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $74,420Median: $91,610Highest 10%: $97,280
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $74,420 | $35.78 | |
| 25th | $81,610 | $39.24 | |
| Median | $91,610 | $44.04 | |
| 75th | $92,180 | $44.32 | |
| 90th | $97,280 | $46.77 |
Cities in Arkansas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Memphis, TN | $57,370 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for chemical plant and system operators.
| 5. Kentucky | $97,550 |
| 6. Maryland | $95,150 |
| 7. Alabama | $91,610 |
| 8. Arkansas | $91,610 |
| 9. California | $87,550 |
| 10. Oregon | $87,110 |
| 11. New Jersey | $86,820 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a chemical plant and system operator make an hour in Arkansas?
The median hourly pay in Arkansas is $44.04 ($91,610 a year).
Do chemical plant and system operators make more in Arkansas than the national average?
Yes: $91,610 against $78,120 nationally, 17% more.
Where does Arkansas rank for chemical plant and system operator pay?
Arkansas ranks 8 of 35 states.
Which city in Arkansas pays chemical plant and system operators the most?
Memphis, TN-MS-AR, with a median of $57,370 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.