Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Arkansas | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $78,940 | $98,331 | -20% |
| Median hourly wage | $37.95 | $47.27 | -20% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $90,840.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Registered Nurse in Arkansas is $78,940, or about $37.95 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Registered Nurses is $98,331. Arkansas is -20% below the national median.
Entry-level registered nurses in Arkansas typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 29,400 registered nurse jobs on record and a median salary of $78,940, Arkansas offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.