Medical Assistants pay in Arkansas
In Arkansas, the median pay for medical assistants is $18.15 an hour ($37,760 a year). About 5,150 people work in this job there.
That is 17% lower than the U.S. median ($45,690). Arkansas ranks 47th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for medical assistants in Arkansas
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $14.83 | $30,840 |
| 25% of workers | $17.17 | $35,700 |
| Half of workers (median) | $18.15 | $37,760 |
| 75% of workers | $20.63 | $42,900 |
| 90% of workers | $22.14 | $46,060 |
Medical Assistants pay in Arkansas metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers | $38,400 | 1,270 |
| Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway | $38,110 | 1,660 |
| Fort Smith | $37,380 | 430 |
| Jonesboro | $37,190 | 220 |
| Hot Springs | $36,600 | 260 |
Arkansas unemployment rate: 3.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for medical assistants
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +12.9% over ten years, much faster than average · about 109,700 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Arkansas
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $78,940 |
| Nursing Assistants | $34,430 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $56,620 |
| Dental Assistants | $42,830 |
| Medical Records Specialists | $41,740 |
| Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other | $42,820 |
| Ophthalmic Medical Technicians | $37,340 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $34,570 |
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