Paramedics pay in Arkansas
In Arkansas, the median pay for paramedics is $24.19 an hour ($50,310 a year). About 1,170 people work in this job there.
That is 17% lower than the U.S. median ($60,600). Arkansas ranks 46th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for paramedics in Arkansas
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.67 | $38,840 |
| 25% of workers | $21.31 | $44,330 |
| Half of workers (median) | $24.19 | $50,310 |
| 75% of workers | $29.81 | $62,010 |
| 90% of workers | $35.04 | $72,880 |
Paramedics pay in Arkansas metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway | $59,910 | 250 |
| Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers | $56,200 | 140 |
| Fort Smith | $47,410 | 80 |
| Jonesboro | $43,660 | 60 |
Arkansas unemployment rate: 3.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for paramedics
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 3 months (O*NET)
- Experience usually needed to start: Less than 5 years (BLS)
- Job outlook: +5.7% over ten years, faster than average · about 4,300 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 |
| Medical Assistants | $37,760 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $73,870 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $36,230 |
| Pharmacy Technicians | $38,680 |
| Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians | $49,670 |
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