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Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education Salary in Arkansas
Ranked #34 of 51 · AR
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of preschool teachers, except special educations in Arkansas earn between $27,190 and $56,690. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean preschool teachers, except special education salary in Arkansas is $38,180, about 11.3% below the U.S. average ($43,030). That works out to roughly $18/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Arkansas
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Smith, AR-OK | $40,710 | $41,110 | 140 |
| Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR | $35,680 | $40,300 | 770 |
| Hot Springs, AR | $35,600 | $40,880 | 70 |
| Jonesboro, AR | $34,340 | $40,060 | 230 |
| Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR | $34,080 | $38,030 | 870 |
| North Arkansas nonmetropolitan area | $30,490 | $36,410 | 280 |
| South Arkansas nonmetropolitan area | $29,340 | $35,190 | 300 |
| East Arkansas nonmetropolitan area | $28,750 | $36,150 | 310 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do preschool teachers, except special education make in Arkansas?
The median preschool teachers, except special education salary in Arkansas is $34,190 per year (mean $38,180), and about 80% earn between $27,190 and $56,690.
How much do preschool teachers, except special education make per hour in Arkansas?
Roughly $18 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $38,180 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Arkansas a high-paying state for preschool teachers, except special education?
Arkansas ranks #34 of 51 states for preschool teachers, except special education pay. Its mean salary of $38,180 is about 11.3% below the U.S. average of $43,030.
Which metro areas in Arkansas pay preschool teachers, except special education the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Arkansas for preschool teachers, except special education are Fort Smith, AR-OK ($40,710), Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR ($35,680), Hot Springs, AR ($35,600), by median annual wage.
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