How much does a social worker make in Arkansas?
$47,790a year
Median yearly pay for social workers in Arkansas. That is $22.98 an hour or $3,983 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.98
- Vs. national median
- -34%
- Rank among states
- 50 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 690
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,230Median: $47,790Highest 10%: $113,900
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,230 | $17.90 | |
| 25th | $42,960 | $20.65 | |
| Median | $47,790 | $22.98 | |
| 75th | $99,030 | $47.61 | |
| 90th | $113,900 | $54.77 |
Cities in Arkansas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Fayetteville, AR | $89,610 |
| Little Rock, AR | $87,710 |
| Memphis, TN | $53,680 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for social workers.
| 47. Florida | $58,550 |
| 48. Montana | $51,650 |
| 49. Tennessee | $51,460 |
| 50. Arkansas | $47,790 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social worker make an hour in Arkansas?
The median hourly pay in Arkansas is $22.98 ($47,790 a year).
Do social workers make more in Arkansas than the national average?
No: $47,790 against $71,900 nationally, 34% less.
Where does Arkansas rank for social worker pay?
Arkansas ranks 50 of 50 states.
Which city in Arkansas pays social workers the most?
Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR, with a median of $89,610 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.