How much does a construction laborer make in Arkansas?
$37,630a year
Median yearly pay for construction laborers in Arkansas. That is $18.09 an hour or $3,136 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.09
- Vs. national median
- -20%
- Rank among states
- 50 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 10,650
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $30,850Median: $37,630Highest 10%: $48,410
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $30,850 | $14.83 | |
| 25th | $34,590 | $16.63 | |
| Median | $37,630 | $18.09 | |
| 75th | $44,320 | $21.31 | |
| 90th | $48,410 | $23.27 |
Cities in Arkansas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Memphis, TN | $44,810 |
| Fayetteville, AR | $39,370 |
| Jonesboro, AR | $37,970 |
| Little Rock, AR | $37,190 |
| Fort Smith, AR | $36,950 |
| Texarkana, TX | $36,360 |
| Hot Springs, AR | $34,840 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for construction laborers.
| 47. New Mexico | $38,400 |
| 48. Louisiana | $38,230 |
| 49. Mississippi | $37,710 |
| 50. Arkansas | $37,630 |
| 51. Alabama | $36,900 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a construction laborer make an hour in Arkansas?
The median hourly pay in Arkansas is $18.09 ($37,630 a year).
Do construction laborers make more in Arkansas than the national average?
No: $37,630 against $47,120 nationally, 20% less.
Where does Arkansas rank for construction laborer pay?
Arkansas ranks 50 of 51 states.
Which city in Arkansas pays construction laborers the most?
Memphis, TN-MS-AR, with a median of $44,810 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.