Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Arkansas | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $39,690 | $62,011 | -36% |
| Median hourly wage | $19.08 | $29.81 | -36% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $45,673.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Firefighter in Arkansas is $39,690, or about $19.08 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Firefighters is $62,011. Arkansas is -36% below the national median.
Entry-level firefighters in Arkansas typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 2,480 firefighter jobs on record and a median salary of $39,690, Arkansas offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.