How much does a highway maintenance worker make in Arkansas?
$35,740a year
Median yearly pay for highway maintenance workers in Arkansas. That is $17.18 an hour or $2,978 a month.
- Hourly
- $17.18
- Vs. national median
- -29%
- Rank among states
- 48 of 49
- Jobs in the state
- 860
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $27,190Median: $35,740Highest 10%: $46,110
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $27,190 | $13.07 | |
| 25th | $29,620 | $14.24 | |
| Median | $35,740 | $17.18 | |
| 75th | $41,600 | $20.00 | |
| 90th | $46,110 | $22.17 |
Cities in Arkansas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Fayetteville, AR | $40,610 |
| Little Rock, AR | $39,650 |
| Texarkana, TX | $39,250 |
| Memphis, TN | $37,710 |
| Jonesboro, AR | $36,480 |
| Fort Smith, AR | $36,340 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for highway maintenance workers.
| 45. Oklahoma | $38,840 |
| 46. Georgia | $37,560 |
| 47. Alabama | $37,430 |
| 48. Arkansas | $35,740 |
| 49. Mississippi | $35,120 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a highway maintenance worker make an hour in Arkansas?
The median hourly pay in Arkansas is $17.18 ($35,740 a year).
Do highway maintenance workers make more in Arkansas than the national average?
No: $35,740 against $50,260 nationally, 29% less.
Where does Arkansas rank for highway maintenance worker pay?
Arkansas ranks 48 of 49 states.
Which city in Arkansas pays highway maintenance workers the most?
Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR, with a median of $40,610 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.