How much does a middle school teacher make in Arkansas?
$59,570a year
Median yearly pay for middle school teachers in Arkansas. That is $28.64 an hour or $4,964 a month.
- Hourly
- $28.64
- Vs. national median
- -7%
- Rank among states
- 43 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 6,140
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,780Median: $59,570Highest 10%: $74,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,780 | $23.93 | |
| 25th | $51,680 | $24.85 | |
| Median | $59,570 | $28.64 | |
| 75th | $61,830 | $29.73 | |
| 90th | $74,100 | $35.63 |
Cities in Arkansas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Fayetteville, AR | $62,020 |
| Little Rock, AR | $61,030 |
| Hot Springs, AR | $60,880 |
| Jonesboro, AR | $59,430 |
| Fort Smith, AR | $58,960 |
| Memphis, TN | $58,380 |
| Texarkana, TX | $51,230 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for middle school teachers.
| 40. Iowa | $60,450 |
| 41. North Dakota | $60,100 |
| 42. Arizona | $59,710 |
| 43. Arkansas | $59,570 |
| 44. Missouri | $59,310 |
| 45. Florida | $58,940 |
| 46. Louisiana | $58,760 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a middle school teacher make an hour in Arkansas?
The median hourly pay in Arkansas is $28.64 ($59,570 a year).
Do middle school teachers make more in Arkansas than the national average?
No: $59,570 against $64,370 nationally, 7% less.
Where does Arkansas rank for middle school teacher pay?
Arkansas ranks 43 of 51 states.
Which city in Arkansas pays middle school teachers the most?
Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR, with a median of $62,020 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.