Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Arkansas | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $59,660 | $74,587 | -20% |
| Median hourly wage | $28.68 | $35.86 | -20% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $68,654.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a High School Teacher in Arkansas is $59,660, or about $28.68 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for High School Teachers is $74,587. Arkansas is -20% below the national median.
Entry-level high school teachers in Arkansas typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 12,890 high school teacher jobs on record and a median salary of $59,660, Arkansas offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.