Tellers Salary in Arkansas
In Arkansas, tellers earn $34,900 at the median, or about $16.78 an hour. The range runs from $29K at the entry level to $40K for experienced workers.
Statewide average. Salary and cost of living vary significantly across Arkansas. Jump to a metro for precise data:
So what does $35K get you in Arkansas?
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Compensation breakdown
Annual earnings by percentile, Arkansas
Entry-level tellers (10th percentile) start around $29K. Mid-career wages sit at $35K. Top earners bring in $40K or more, a $11K spread from bottom to top.
Tellers 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 | $36K | +2% | 750 |
| Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway | $35K | +1% | 990 |
| Jonesboro | $34K | -4% | 170 |
| Fort Smith | $32K | -8% | 320 |
| Hot Springs | $31K | -12% | 100 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much do tellers make in Arkansas?
The median is $34,900 a year, that works out to about $17 an hour. But the range is wide: entry-level workers start around $28,840, and experienced tellers can clear $39,790. These are BLS numbers, based on employer-reported data, not self-reported surveys.
Is $35K enough to live in Arkansas?
On that salary, you'd take home roughly $2,407/month after taxes. A 2-bedroom here rents for about $1,021/month, which eats 42.4% 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 tellers 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 tellers salary is worth about $39,822 in national-average purchasing power.
Where do tellers 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.