How much does a postsecondary teacher make in Arkansas?
$54,620a year
Median yearly pay for postsecondary teachers in Arkansas. That is $26.26 an hour or $4,552 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.26
- Vs. national median
- -30%
- Rank among states
- 44 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 1,530
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $31,760Median: $54,620Highest 10%: $98,680
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $31,760 | $15.27 | |
| 25th | $43,550 | $20.94 | |
| Median | $54,620 | $26.26 | |
| 75th | $79,560 | $38.25 | |
| 90th | $98,680 | $47.44 |
Cities in Arkansas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Memphis, TN | $63,310 |
| Little Rock, AR | $45,510 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for postsecondary teachers.
| 41. Illinois | $59,590 |
| 42. Nevada | $59,270 |
| 43. Vermont | $59,010 |
| 44. Arkansas | $54,620 |
| 45. Nebraska | $52,210 |
| 46. Alabama | $51,060 |
| 47. Hawaii | $49,730 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a postsecondary teacher make an hour in Arkansas?
The median hourly pay in Arkansas is $26.26 ($54,620 a year).
Do postsecondary teachers make more in Arkansas than the national average?
No: $54,620 against $77,640 nationally, 30% less.
Where does Arkansas rank for postsecondary teacher pay?
Arkansas ranks 44 of 48 states.
Which city in Arkansas pays postsecondary teachers the most?
Memphis, TN-MS-AR, with a median of $63,310 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.