Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Arkansas | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $52,700 | $72,224 | -27% |
| Median hourly wage | $25.34 | $34.72 | -27% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $60,644.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Elementary School Teacher in Arkansas is $52,700, or about $25.34 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Elementary School Teachers is $72,224. Arkansas is -27% below the national median.
Entry-level elementary school teachers in Arkansas typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 12,590 elementary school teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $52,700, Arkansas offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.