How much does an emergency medical technician make in Arkansas?
$36,230a year
Median yearly pay for emergency medical technicians in Arkansas. That is $17.42 an hour or $3,019 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.42
- Vs. national median
- -19%
- Rank among states
- 46 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 1,120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $28,370Median: $36,230Highest 10%: $49,910
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $28,370 | $13.64 | |
| 25th | $31,840 | $15.31 | |
| Median | $36,230 | $17.42 | |
| 75th | $41,670 | $20.03 | |
| 90th | $49,910 | $24.00 |
Cities in Arkansas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Fayetteville, AR | $41,670 |
| Memphis, TN | $38,620 |
| Little Rock, AR | $37,530 |
| Hot Springs, AR | $34,830 |
| Jonesboro, AR | $34,680 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for emergency medical technicians.
| 43. Kentucky | $36,800 |
| 44. South Dakota | $36,800 |
| 45. Mississippi | $36,630 |
| 46. Arkansas | $36,230 |
| 47. Montana | $36,140 |
| 48. Louisiana | $35,870 |
| 49. Kansas | $35,780 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an emergency medical technician make an hour in Arkansas?
The median hourly pay in Arkansas is $17.42 ($36,230 a year).
Do emergency medical technicians make more in Arkansas than the national average?
No: $36,230 against $44,470 nationally, 19% less.
Where does Arkansas rank for emergency medical technician pay?
Arkansas ranks 46 of 51 states.
Which city in Arkansas pays emergency medical technicians the most?
Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR, with a median of $41,670 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.