Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Arkansas | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $34,430 | $41,878 | -18% |
| Median hourly wage | $16.55 | $20.13 | -18% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $39,620.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Nursing Assistant in Arkansas is $34,430, or about $16.55 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Nursing Assistants is $41,878. Arkansas is -18% below the national median.
Entry-level nursing assistants in Arkansas typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 17,260 nursing assistant jobs on record and a median salary of $34,430, Arkansas offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.