Healthcare Arkansas (AR) Rank #48 of 50

Registered Nurse Salary in Arkansas

The median registered nurse salary in Arkansas is $66,600 per year, which is 18% below the national median of $81,220.

Median Salary

$66,600

vs National

$-14,620

State Rank

#48 of 50

Cost of Living

84%

Registered Nurse Salary in Arkansas by Experience

In Arkansas, an entry-level registered nurse earns around $47,560, while experienced professionals earn up to $94,300 per year. The cost of living index in Arkansas is 84% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$47,560

$-10,440 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$67,240

$-14,760 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$94,300

$-20,700 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Arkansas

Percentile	AR Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$47,068	$57,400	$-10,332
25th Percentile	$54,776	$66,800	$-12,024
Median (50th)	$66,600	$81,220	$-14,620
75th Percentile	$82,902	$101,100	$-18,198
90th Percentile	$99,056	$120,800	$-21,744

Registered Nurse Salary by City in Arkansas

The largest employment areas for registered nurses 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

$69,037

Pop. 202,591 · COL 87%

Fort Smith, AR

$63,352

Pop. 89,142 · COL 80%

Fayetteville, AR

$69,849

Pop. 93,949 · COL 88%

Springdale, AR

$66,600

Pop. 80,433 · COL 84%

Jonesboro, AR

$64,976

Pop. 78,576 · COL 82%

How to Become a Registered Nurse in Arkansas

Education

Most registered nurse positions require a bachelor's degree. Arkansas has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Patient AssessmentMedication AdministrationCritical ThinkingCommunicationEMR SystemsBLS/ACLS

Job Outlook in Arkansas

Nationally, registered nurse employment is projected to grow 6% over the next decade (faster than average). Arkansas's demand may vary based on local industry trends.