LPN salary in Arkansas
LPNs in Arkansas earn a median $56,620 a year, 12% below the national median of $64,400. That ranks #48 of 51 states. After taxes, a single filer keeps about $46,067.
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, SOC 29-2061. Taxes for tax year 2026.
| Yearly | Monthly | Every 2 weeks | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median pay | $56,620 | $4,718 | $2,178 | $27.22 |
| Average pay | $55,690 | $4,641 | $2,142 | $26.77 |
| Take-home (median) | $46,067 | $3,839 | $1,772 | $22.15 |
Where the money goes
| Item | Per year |
|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $4,614 |
| Social Security and Medicare | $4,331 |
| Arkansas income tax | $1,607 |
| Take-home | $46,067 |
Arkansas's prices are 13% below the U.S. average, so the median take-home buys what $52,989 buys in an average-priced state. The Arkansas minimum wage is $11.00; the median LPN earns 2.5 times that.
LPN pay in Arkansas vs. neighboring states
| State | Median salary | Take-home | Buying power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas | $56,620 | $46,067 | $52,989 |
| Louisiana | $57,470 | $47,019 | $53,306 |
| Mississippi | $50,220 | $41,255 | $47,445 |
| Missouri | $61,530 | $49,665 | $54,687 |
| Oklahoma | $58,320 | $46,961 | $53,460 |
| Tennessee | $58,870 | $49,482 | $53,861 |
| Texas | $62,240 | $52,190 | $53,772 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much do lpns make in Arkansas?
- The median salary is $56,620 a year ($27.22 an hour), and the average is $55,690, per BLS data for May 2025.
- How much do lpns take home in Arkansas?
- About $46,067 a year after federal and Arkansas taxes, or $1,772 every two weeks, for a single filer at the median salary.
- Do lpns earn more in Arkansas than the national average?
- Arkansas ranks #48 of 51 for median pay, 12% below the U.S. median of $64,400. Adjusted for prices and taxes it ranks #37.