Butchers and Meat Cutters Salary in Arkansas
In Arkansas, butchers and meat cutters earn $35,650 at the median — $17.14 an hour. The range runs from $27K at the entry level to $45K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Arkansas. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $36K get you in Arkansas?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Arkansas
Entry-level butchers and meat cutters (10th percentile) start around $27K. Mid-career wages sit at $36K. Top earners bring in $45K or more, a $18K spread from bottom to top.
Butchers and Meat Cutters salary by metro in Arkansas
5 metro areas with BLS data, ranked by median pay
| Metro area | Median salary | vs. state | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers | $37K | +4% | 210 |
| Jonesboro | $36K | +1% | 50 |
| Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway | $36K | -0% | 230 |
| Fort Smith | $35K | -1% | 80 |
| Hot Springs | $35K | -2% | 30 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do butchers and meat cutters make in Arkansas?
The median is $35,650 a year, that works out to about $17 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $27,270, and experienced butchers and meat cutters can clear $44,870. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $36K enough to live in Arkansas?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,455/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,021/month, which eats 41.6% of your paycheck. That's above the 30% rule of thumb, housing will be a stretch at the median salary, though you can manage with roommates or a smaller place.
How far does a butchers and meat cutters salary go in Arkansas?
Arkansas has a Regional Price Parity of 100 (100 is the national average). That's right at the national average. After cost-of-living adjustment, the median butchers and meat cutters salary is worth about $40,678 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do butchers and meat cutters get paid the most?
The table above ranks every state by median pay for this role. Keep in mind that the highest-paying states tend to have the highest costs of living, so the top salary doesn't always mean the most money in your pocket.