How much does a licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse make in Arkansas?
$56,620a year
Median yearly pay for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses in Arkansas. That is $27.22 an hour or $4,718 a month.
- Hourly
- $27.22
- Vs. national median
- -12%
- Rank among states
- 48 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 10,010
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,670Median: $56,620Highest 10%: $65,020
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,670 | $21.48 | |
| 25th | $49,550 | $23.82 | |
| Median | $56,620 | $27.22 | |
| 75th | $61,220 | $29.43 | |
| 90th | $65,020 | $31.26 |
Cities in Arkansas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Fayetteville, AR | $61,970 |
| Little Rock, AR | $59,240 |
| Memphis, TN | $59,140 |
| Texarkana, TX | $57,370 |
| Hot Springs, AR | $56,120 |
| Fort Smith, AR | $55,880 |
| Jonesboro, AR | $50,980 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses.
| 45. Oklahoma | $58,320 |
| 46. Louisiana | $57,470 |
| 47. Alabama | $57,030 |
| 48. Arkansas | $56,620 |
| 49. West Virginia | $55,360 |
| 50. South Dakota | $52,750 |
| 51. Mississippi | $50,220 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse make an hour in Arkansas?
The median hourly pay in Arkansas is $27.22 ($56,620 a year).
Do licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses make more in Arkansas than the national average?
No: $56,620 against $64,400 nationally, 12% less.
Where does Arkansas rank for licensed practical and licensed vocational nurse pay?
Arkansas ranks 48 of 51 states.
Which city in Arkansas pays licensed practical and licensed vocational nurses the most?
Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR, with a median of $61,970 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.