Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners Salary in Arkansas
The median pay for a janitors and cleaners, except maids and housekeeping cleaners in Arkansas is $29,540/year ($14.2/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $26K at the entry level to $39K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Arkansas. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $30K get you in Arkansas?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Arkansas
Entry-level janitors and cleaners, except maids and housekeeping cleaners (10th percentile) start around $26K. Mid-career wages sit at $30K. Top earners bring in $39K or more, a $13K spread from bottom to top.
Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners 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 | $31K | +6% | 3,540 |
| Fort Smith | $31K | +4% | 1,190 |
| Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway | $29K | -1% | 4,530 |
| Jonesboro | $28K | -6% | 1,030 |
| Hot Springs | $28K | -7% | 530 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do janitors and cleaners, except maids and housekeeping cleaners make in Arkansas?
The median is $29,540 a year, that works out to about $14 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $25,610, and experienced janitors and cleaners, except maids and housekeeping cleaners can clear $38,550. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $30K enough to live in Arkansas?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,066/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,021/month, which eats 49.4% 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 janitors and cleaners, except maids and housekeeping cleaners 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 janitors and cleaners, except maids and housekeeping cleaners salary is worth about $33,706 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do janitors and cleaners, except maids and housekeeping cleaners 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.