Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education Salary in Arkansas

$28,662 $93,016
10th pct Median: $54,079 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$28,662
25th Percentile$38,937
50th (Median)$54,079
75th Percentile$74,629
90th (Top Earners)$93,016
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Arkansas median salary of $54,079 for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education has the purchasing power of approximately $61,314 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Arkansas's lower cost of living (COL index: 88.2) means your salary goes further than in higher-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education make in Arkansas?
Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education in Arkansas earn a median annual salary of $54,079 per year ($26.00/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $64,380.
Is Arkansas a good state for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education?
Arkansas pays slightly below the national average for elementary school teachers, except special education. Cost of living in Arkansas is lower average (COL index: 88.2).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education in Arkansas?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 88.2 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $54,079 salary in Arkansas has the purchasing power of approximately $61,314 in Missouri. Lower living costs in Arkansas increase real purchasing power.
How does Arkansas compare to neighboring states for Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Arkansas

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $279,048
2 Radiologists $260,333
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $257,225
4 Neurologists $248,304
5 Surgeons, All Other $247,397
6 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $228,379
7 Psychiatrists $209,830
8 Physicians, Pathologists $204,893
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education in Arkansas

Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the education sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: Bachelor's degree

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