Nursing Assistants pay in Arkansas
In Arkansas, the median pay for nursing assistants is $16.55 an hour ($34,430 a year). About 17,260 people work in this job there.
That is 19% lower than the U.S. median ($42,260). Arkansas ranks 48th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for nursing assistants in Arkansas
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $13.87 | $28,840 |
| 25% of workers | $14.52 | $30,200 |
| Half of workers (median) | $16.55 | $34,430 |
| 75% of workers | $17.34 | $36,070 |
| 90% of workers | $18.76 | $39,020 |
Nursing Assistants pay in Arkansas metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers | $35,820 | 2,320 |
| Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway | $35,370 | 5,250 |
| Jonesboro | $35,210 | 1,050 |
| Fort Smith | $32,020 | 1,580 |
| Hot Springs | $29,940 | 810 |
Arkansas unemployment rate: 3.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for nursing assistants
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 3 months (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +2.6% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 196,200 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Arkansas
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $78,940 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $56,620 |
| Medical Assistants | $37,760 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $125,660 |
| Paramedics | $50,310 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $36,230 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | $27,660 |
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