Healthcare Arkansas (AR) Rank #48 of 50

Home Health Aide Salary in Arkansas

The median home health aide salary in Arkansas is $27,495 per year, which is 18% below the national median of $33,530.

Median Salary

$27,495

vs National

$-6,035

State Rank

#48 of 50

Cost of Living

84%

Home Health Aide Salary in Arkansas by Experience

In Arkansas, an entry-level home health aide earns around $20,500, while experienced professionals earn up to $34,440 per year. The cost of living index in Arkansas is 84% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$20,500

$-4,500 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$27,880

$-6,120 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$34,440

$-7,560 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Arkansas

Percentile	AR Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$19,680	$24,000	$-4,320
25th Percentile	$22,960	$28,000	$-5,040
Median (50th)	$27,495	$33,530	$-6,035
75th Percentile	$31,980	$39,000	$-7,020
90th Percentile	$36,080	$44,000	$-7,920

Home Health Aide Salary by City in Arkansas

The largest employment areas for home health aides in Arkansas include Little Rock, Fort Smith, Fayetteville, and Springdale. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Little Rock, AR

$28,501

Pop. 202,591 · COL 87%

Fort Smith, AR

$26,153

Pop. 89,142 · COL 80%

Fayetteville, AR

$28,836

Pop. 93,949 · COL 88%

Springdale, AR

$27,495

Pop. 80,433 · COL 84%

Jonesboro, AR

$26,824

Pop. 78,576 · COL 82%

How to Become a Home Health Aide in Arkansas

Education

Most home health aide positions require a high school diploma. Arkansas has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Patient CareVital SignsCPR/First AidCommunicationCompassionTime Management

Job Outlook in Arkansas

Nationally, home health aide employment is projected to grow 22% over the next decade (much faster than average). Arkansas's demand may vary based on local industry trends.