Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Arkansas | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $47,670 | $79,739 | -40% |
| Median hourly wage | $22.92 | $38.34 | -40% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $54,856.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Police Officer in Arkansas is $47,670, or about $22.92 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Police Officers is $79,739. Arkansas is -40% below the national median.
Entry-level police officers in Arkansas typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 5,710 police officer jobs on record and a median salary of $47,670, Arkansas offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.