How much does a commercial pilot make in Arkansas?
$94,410a year
Median yearly pay for commercial pilots in Arkansas. That is $45.39 an hour or $7,868 a month.
- Hourly
- $45.39
- Vs. national median
- -23%
- Rank among states
- 47 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 460
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,290Median: $94,410Highest 10%: $171,500
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,290 | $20.81 | |
| 25th | $60,250 | $28.97 | |
| Median | $94,410 | $45.39 | |
| 75th | $102,900 | $49.46 | |
| 90th | $171,500 | $82.45 |
Cities in Arkansas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Memphis, TN | $122,400 |
| Fayetteville, AR | $100,200 |
| Little Rock, AR | $99,600 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for commercial pilots.
| 44. Minnesota | $98,630 |
| 45. New Mexico | $97,920 |
| 46. Louisiana | $95,940 |
| 47. Arkansas | $94,410 |
| 48. South Dakota | $83,710 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a commercial pilot make an hour in Arkansas?
The median hourly pay in Arkansas is $45.39 ($94,410 a year).
Do commercial pilots make more in Arkansas than the national average?
No: $94,410 against $123,200 nationally, 23% less.
Where does Arkansas rank for commercial pilot pay?
Arkansas ranks 47 of 48 states.
Which city in Arkansas pays commercial pilots the most?
Memphis, TN-MS-AR, with a median of $122,400 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.