Speech-Language Pathologists pay in Arkansas
In Arkansas, the median pay for speech-language pathologists is $40.18 an hour ($83,580 a year). About 2,430 people work in this job there.
That is 15% lower than the U.S. median ($97,870). Arkansas ranks 36th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for speech-language pathologists in Arkansas
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $27.04 | $56,250 |
| 25% of workers | $31.28 | $65,070 |
| Half of workers (median) | $40.18 | $83,580 |
| 75% of workers | $53.91 | $112,140 |
| 90% of workers | $64.63 | $134,420 |
Speech-Language Pathologists pay in Arkansas metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Jonesboro | $91,020 | 240 |
| Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway | $86,380 | 810 |
| Fort Smith | $81,300 | 150 |
| Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers | $80,510 | 440 |
| Hot Springs | $79,060 | 60 |
Arkansas unemployment rate: 3.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for speech-language pathologists
- Typical education to start: Master's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Training on the job: Internship/residency (BLS)
- Job outlook: +16.6% over ten years, much faster than average · about 12,500 openings a year (BLS)
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