How much does a preschool teacher make in Arkansas?
$34,190a year
Median yearly pay for preschool teachers in Arkansas. That is $16.44 an hour or $2,849 a month.
- Hourly
- $16.44
- Vs. national median
- -10%
- Rank among states
- 43 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 3,270
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $27,190Median: $34,190Highest 10%: $56,690
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $27,190 | $13.07 | |
| 25th | $28,480 | $13.69 | |
| Median | $34,190 | $16.44 | |
| 75th | $45,940 | $22.09 | |
| 90th | $56,690 | $27.25 |
Cities in Arkansas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Fort Smith, AR | $40,710 |
| Memphis, TN | $36,250 |
| Fayetteville, AR | $35,680 |
| Hot Springs, AR | $35,600 |
| Jonesboro, AR | $34,340 |
| Little Rock, AR | $34,080 |
| Texarkana, TX | $29,210 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for preschool teachers.
| 40. Utah | $35,010 |
| 41. South Carolina | $34,500 |
| 42. Tennessee | $34,280 |
| 43. Arkansas | $34,190 |
| 44. Texas | $33,860 |
| 45. Iowa | $33,830 |
| 46. Idaho | $32,800 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a preschool teacher make an hour in Arkansas?
The median hourly pay in Arkansas is $16.44 ($34,190 a year).
Do preschool teachers make more in Arkansas than the national average?
No: $34,190 against $38,140 nationally, 10% less.
Where does Arkansas rank for preschool teacher pay?
Arkansas ranks 43 of 51 states.
Which city in Arkansas pays preschool teachers the most?
Fort Smith, AR-OK, with a median of $40,710 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.