How much does a welder make in Arkansas?
$47,970a year
Median yearly pay for welders in Arkansas. That is $23.06 an hour or $3,998 a month.
- Hourly
- $23.06
- Vs. national median
- -11%
- Rank among states
- 51 of 51
- Jobs in the state
- 6,150
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,380Median: $47,970Highest 10%: $62,830
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,380 | $17.97 | |
| 25th | $42,950 | $20.65 | |
| Median | $47,970 | $23.06 | |
| 75th | $55,280 | $26.58 | |
| 90th | $62,830 | $30.21 |
Cities in Arkansas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Jonesboro, AR | $51,900 |
| Memphis, TN | $48,600 |
| Fayetteville, AR | $47,740 |
| Little Rock, AR | $47,440 |
| Fort Smith, AR | $46,630 |
| Hot Springs, AR | $46,400 |
| Texarkana, TX | $41,920 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for welders.
| 48. Alabama | $48,490 |
| 49. Georgia | $48,430 |
| 50. Tennessee | $48,040 |
| 51. Arkansas | $47,970 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a welder make an hour in Arkansas?
The median hourly pay in Arkansas is $23.06 ($47,970 a year).
Do welders make more in Arkansas than the national average?
No: $47,970 against $53,750 nationally, 11% less.
Where does Arkansas rank for welder pay?
Arkansas ranks 51 of 51 states.
Which city in Arkansas pays welders the most?
Jonesboro, AR, with a median of $51,900 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.