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Nurse Practitioners Salary in Arkansas
Ranked #37 of 51 · AR
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of nurse practitionerss in Arkansas earn between $99,420 and $205,810. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean nurse practitioners salary in Arkansas is $130,260, about 5.1% below the U.S. average ($137,300). That works out to roughly $63/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Arkansas
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Smith, AR-OK | $129,270 | $133,650 | 270 |
| South Arkansas nonmetropolitan area | $129,070 | $128,280 | 250 |
| West Arkansas nonmetropolitan area | $128,350 | $136,650 | 150 |
| Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR | $127,380 | $130,530 | 600 |
| Jonesboro, AR | $126,760 | $129,980 | 280 |
| Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR | $126,680 | $135,630 | 1,360 |
| Hot Springs, AR | $122,940 | $134,570 | 210 |
| East Arkansas nonmetropolitan area | $121,470 | $121,390 | 170 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do nurse practitioners make in Arkansas?
The median nurse practitioners salary in Arkansas is $125,660 per year (mean $130,260), and about 80% earn between $99,420 and $205,810.
How much do nurse practitioners make per hour in Arkansas?
Roughly $63 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $130,260 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Arkansas a high-paying state for nurse practitioners?
Arkansas ranks #37 of 51 states for nurse practitioners pay. Its mean salary of $130,260 is about 5.1% below the U.S. average of $137,300.
Which metro areas in Arkansas pay nurse practitioners the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Arkansas for nurse practitioners are Fort Smith, AR-OK ($129,270), South Arkansas nonmetropolitan area ($129,070), West Arkansas nonmetropolitan area ($128,350), by median annual wage.