Electricians pay in Arkansas
In Arkansas, the median pay for electricians is $23.59 an hour ($49,070 a year). About 7,500 people work in this job there.
That is 22% lower than the U.S. median ($63,190). Arkansas ranks 51st of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for electricians in Arkansas
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $16.79 | $34,910 |
| 25% of workers | $18.54 | $38,550 |
| Half of workers (median) | $23.59 | $49,070 |
| 75% of workers | $29.99 | $62,380 |
| 90% of workers | $35.80 | $74,460 |
Electricians pay in Arkansas metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Smith | $52,500 | 370 |
| Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers | $49,230 | 1,810 |
| Jonesboro | $48,740 | 340 |
| Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway | $48,200 | 1,870 |
| Hot Springs | $46,650 | 250 |
Arkansas unemployment rate: 3.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for electricians
- Typical education to start: High school diploma or equivalent (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Apprenticeship (BLS)
- Job outlook: +9.2% over ten years, much faster than average · about 72,700 openings a year (BLS)
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| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters | $48,660 |
| Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers | $81,450 |
| Construction Laborers | $37,630 |
| Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators | $44,520 |
| Carpenters | $47,760 |
| Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers | $46,230 |
| Painters, Construction and Maintenance | $40,090 |
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