How much does a kindergarten teacher make in Arkansas?
$52,060a year
Median yearly pay for kindergarten teachers in Arkansas. That is $25.03 an hour or $4,338 a month.
- Hourly
- $25.03
- Vs. national median
- -17%
- Rank among states
- 45 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 1,490
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,240Median: $52,060Highest 10%: $65,710
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,240 | $22.71 | |
| 25th | $50,420 | $24.24 | |
| Median | $52,060 | $25.03 | |
| 75th | $58,980 | $28.36 | |
| 90th | $65,710 | $31.59 |
Cities in Arkansas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Fort Smith, AR | $59,050 |
| Fayetteville, AR | $58,980 |
| Memphis, TN | $56,780 |
| Hot Springs, AR | $55,670 |
| Jonesboro, AR | $52,950 |
| Little Rock, AR | $51,990 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for kindergarten teachers.
| 42. Louisiana | $53,130 |
| 43. Arizona | $52,830 |
| 44. Maine | $52,660 |
| 45. Arkansas | $52,060 |
| 46. Alabama | $50,900 |
| 47. South Dakota | $49,410 |
| 48. Mississippi | $48,880 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a kindergarten teacher make an hour in Arkansas?
The median hourly pay in Arkansas is $25.03 ($52,060 a year).
Do kindergarten teachers make more in Arkansas than the national average?
No: $52,060 against $62,680 nationally, 17% less.
Where does Arkansas rank for kindergarten teacher pay?
Arkansas ranks 45 of 50 states.
Which city in Arkansas pays kindergarten teachers the most?
Fort Smith, AR-OK, with a median of $59,050 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.