Veterinarians pay in Arkansas
In Arkansas, the median pay for veterinarians is $51.79 an hour ($107,710 a year). About 540 people work in this job there.
That is 17% lower than the U.S. median ($130,100). Arkansas ranks 39th of 49 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for veterinarians in Arkansas
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $18.69 | $38,870 |
| 25% of workers | $47.08 | $97,930 |
| Half of workers (median) | $51.79 | $107,710 |
| 75% of workers | $58.72 | $122,140 |
| 90% of workers | $73.73 | $153,370 |
Veterinarians pay in Arkansas metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers | $114,950 | 150 |
| Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway | $107,330 | 120 |
| Fort Smith | $104,110 | 40 |
Arkansas unemployment rate: 3.9% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for veterinarians
- Typical education to start: Doctoral or professional degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 2 years (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +9.4% over ten years, much faster than average · about 3,100 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Arkansas
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Physicians, All Other | $136,880 |
| Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers | $34,570 |
| Registered Nurses | $78,940 |
| Pharmacists | $136,060 |
| Physical Therapists | $99,010 |
| Speech-Language Pathologists | $83,580 |
| Occupational Therapists | $106,360 |
| Respiratory Therapists | $73,870 |
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