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ESL Teacher Salary in Little Rock, Arkansas

The median esl teacher salary in Little Rock, AR is $48,720 per year, which is 13% below the national median and 3.6% above the Arkansas state average.

City Median
$48,720
vs State Avg
+$1,680
vs National
$-7,280
Cost of Living
87%

ESL Teacher Salary in Little Rock by Experience

In Little Rock, an entry-level esl teacher earns around $33,060, while experienced professionals earn up to $73,080 per year. The local cost of living index is 87% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$33,060
$-4,940 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$49,590
$-7,410 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$73,080
$-10,920 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Little Rock, AR

Percentile Little Rock
10th Percentile $31,320
25th Percentile $38,280
Median (50th) $48,720
75th Percentile $62,640
90th Percentile $76,560

ESL Teacher Salary in Other Arkansas Cities

Fayetteville, AR
$49,280
Pop. 93,949
Springdale, AR
$47,040
Pop. 80,433
Jonesboro, AR
$45,920
Pop. 78,576
Fort Smith, AR
$44,800
Pop. 89,142

How to Become a ESL Teacher in Little Rock

Education

Most esl teacher positions require a bachelor's degree. Little Rock and the surrounding Arkansas area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

ESL MethodsLesson PlanningCultural CompetencyAssessmentPatienceCommunication

Job Outlook

Nationally, esl teacher employment is projected to grow 5% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Little Rock may vary based on local industry and population growth.