How much does a plant and system operator make in Arkansas?
$46,020a year
Median yearly pay for plant and system operators in Arkansas. That is $22.13 an hour or $3,835 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.13
- Vs. national median
- -26%
- Rank among states
- 43 of 44
- Jobs in the state
- 120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $38,910Median: $46,020Highest 10%: $70,640
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $38,910 | $18.71 | |
| 25th | $38,910 | $18.71 | |
| Median | $46,020 | $22.13 | |
| 75th | $54,860 | $26.38 | |
| 90th | $70,640 | $33.96 |
Cities in Arkansas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Little Rock, AR | $48,330 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for plant and system operators.
| 40. Pennsylvania | $50,840 |
| 41. Texas | $50,820 |
| 42. Nebraska | $48,220 |
| 43. Arkansas | $46,020 |
| 44. Georgia | $44,670 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a plant and system operator make an hour in Arkansas?
The median hourly pay in Arkansas is $22.13 ($46,020 a year).
Do plant and system operators make more in Arkansas than the national average?
No: $46,020 against $62,470 nationally, 26% less.
Where does Arkansas rank for plant and system operator pay?
Arkansas ranks 43 of 44 states.
Which city in Arkansas pays plant and system operators the most?
Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR, with a median of $48,330 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.