How much does a therapist make in Arkansas?
$61,920a year
Median yearly pay for therapists in Arkansas. That is $29.77 an hour or $5,160 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.77
- Vs. national median
- -21%
- Rank among states
- 28 of 41
- Jobs in the state
- 460
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,870Median: $61,920Highest 10%: $127,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,870 | $21.09 | |
| 25th | $53,300 | $25.63 | |
| Median | $61,920 | $29.77 | |
| 75th | $88,070 | $42.34 | |
| 90th | $127,800 | $61.44 |
Cities in Arkansas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Fayetteville, AR | $99,180 |
| Jonesboro, AR | $97,190 |
| Fort Smith, AR | $70,520 |
| Little Rock, AR | $60,750 |
| Memphis, TN | $57,910 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for therapists.
| 25. Louisiana | $64,530 |
| 26. Arizona | $63,750 |
| 27. Pennsylvania | $62,310 |
| 28. Arkansas | $61,920 |
| 29. Utah | $61,770 |
| 30. Indiana | $61,720 |
| 31. Missouri | $60,990 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a therapist make an hour in Arkansas?
The median hourly pay in Arkansas is $29.77 ($61,920 a year).
Do therapists make more in Arkansas than the national average?
No: $61,920 against $77,930 nationally, 21% less.
Where does Arkansas rank for therapist pay?
Arkansas ranks 28 of 41 states.
Which city in Arkansas pays therapists the most?
Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR, with a median of $99,180 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.