Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Arkansas | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $50,310 | $61,458 | -18% |
| Median hourly wage | $24.19 | $29.55 | -18% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $57,894.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Paramedic in Arkansas is $50,310, or about $24.19 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Paramedics is $61,458. Arkansas is -18% below the national median.
Entry-level paramedics in Arkansas typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 1,170 paramedic jobs on record and a median salary of $50,310, Arkansas offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.