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Teacher (K-12) Salary in Arkansas

The median teacher (k-12) salary in Arkansas is $51,820 per year, which is 16% below the national median of $61,690.

Median Salary

$51,820

vs National

$-9,870

State Rank

#48 of 50

Cost of Living

84%

Teacher (K-12) Salary in Arkansas by Experience

In Arkansas, an entry-level teacher (k-12) earns around $35,280, while experienced professionals earn up to $77,280 per year. The cost of living index in Arkansas is 84% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$35,280

$-6,720 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$52,080

$-9,920 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$77,280

$-14,720 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Arkansas

Percentile	AR Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$34,776	$41,400	$-6,624
25th Percentile	$40,992	$48,800	$-7,808
Median (50th)	$51,820	$61,690	$-9,870
75th Percentile	$66,528	$79,200	$-12,672
90th Percentile	$84,840	$101,000	$-16,160

Teacher (K-12) Salary by City in Arkansas

The largest employment areas for teacher (k-12)s 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

$53,670

Pop. 202,591 · COL 87%

Fort Smith, AR

$49,352

Pop. 89,142 · COL 80%

Fayetteville, AR

$54,287

Pop. 93,949 · COL 88%

Springdale, AR

$51,820

Pop. 80,433 · COL 84%

Jonesboro, AR

$50,586

Pop. 78,576 · COL 82%

How to Become a Teacher (K-12) in Arkansas

Education

Most teacher (k-12) positions require a bachelor's degree. Arkansas has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Lesson PlanningClassroom ManagementAssessmentDifferentiated InstructionCommunicationEducational Technology

Job Outlook in Arkansas

Nationally, teacher (k-12) employment is projected to grow 1% over the next decade (slower than average). Arkansas's demand may vary based on local industry trends.