Public Safety Telecommunicators Salary in Arkansas
The median pay for a public safety telecommunicators in Arkansas is $37,140/year ($17.85/hour), per BLS data. The range runs from $29K at the entry level to $46K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Arkansas. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $37K get you in Arkansas?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Arkansas
Entry-level public safety telecommunicators (10th percentile) start around $29K. Mid-career wages sit at $37K. Top earners bring in $46K or more, a $18K spread from bottom to top.
Public Safety Telecommunicators 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 | $44K | +17% | 190 |
| Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway | $42K | +12% | 270 |
| Hot Springs | $39K | +5% | 40 |
| Jonesboro | $37K | +1% | 40 |
| Fort Smith | $36K | -3% | 70 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do public safety telecommunicators make in Arkansas?
The median is $37,140 a year, that works out to about $18 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $28,580, and experienced public safety telecommunicators can clear $46,450. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $37K enough to live in Arkansas?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,550/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,021/month, which eats 40% 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 public safety telecommunicators 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 public safety telecommunicators salary is worth about $42,378 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do public safety telecommunicators 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.