How much does a community health worker make in Arkansas?
$44,890a year
Median yearly pay for community health workers in Arkansas. That is $21.58 an hour or $3,741 a month.
- Hourly
- $21.58
- Vs. national median
- -13%
- Rank among states
- 47 of 51
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,680Median: $44,890Highest 10%: $69,720
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,680 | $18.60 | |
| 25th | $44,180 | $21.24 | |
| Median | $44,890 | $21.58 | |
| 75th | $53,620 | $25.78 | |
| 90th | $69,720 | $33.52 |
Cities in Arkansas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Fort Smith, AR | $58,690 |
| Fayetteville, AR | $46,720 |
| Little Rock, AR | $44,650 |
| Memphis, TN | $40,340 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for community health workers.
| 44. Oklahoma | $45,790 |
| 45. South Dakota | $45,700 |
| 46. Florida | $45,420 |
| 47. Arkansas | $44,890 |
| 48. Alabama | $43,340 |
| 49. Tennessee | $42,310 |
| 50. Mississippi | $39,520 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a community health worker make an hour in Arkansas?
The median hourly pay in Arkansas is $21.58 ($44,890 a year).
Do community health workers make more in Arkansas than the national average?
No: $44,890 against $51,850 nationally, 13% less.
Where does Arkansas rank for community health worker pay?
Arkansas ranks 47 of 51 states.
Which city in Arkansas pays community health workers the most?
Fort Smith, AR-OK, with a median of $58,690 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.