Truck Driver salary in Arkansas
Truck drivers in Arkansas earn a median $51,550 a year, 12% below the national median of $58,640. That ranks #45 of 51 states. After taxes, a single filer keeps about $42,181.
Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, SOC 53-3032. Taxes for tax year 2026.
| Yearly | Monthly | Every 2 weeks | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median pay | $51,550 | $4,296 | $1,983 | $24.78 |
| Average pay | $57,390 | $4,783 | $2,207 | $27.59 |
| Take-home (median) | $42,181 | $3,515 | $1,622 | $20.28 |
Where the money goes
| Item | Per year |
|---|---|
| Federal income tax | $4,006 |
| Social Security and Medicare | $3,944 |
| Arkansas income tax | $1,420 |
| Take-home | $42,181 |
Arkansas's prices are 13% below the U.S. average, so the median take-home buys what $48,519 buys in an average-priced state. The Arkansas minimum wage is $11.00; the median truck driver earns 2.3 times that.
Truck Driver pay in Arkansas vs. neighboring states
| State | Median salary | Take-home | Buying power |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas | $51,550 | $42,181 | $48,519 |
| Louisiana | $49,320 | $40,715 | $46,159 |
| Mississippi | $51,820 | $42,477 | $48,850 |
| Missouri | $54,550 | $44,384 | $48,872 |
| Oklahoma | $54,410 | $43,995 | $50,084 |
| Tennessee | $58,620 | $49,281 | $53,642 |
| Texas | $56,290 | $47,409 | $48,847 |
Frequently asked questions
- How much do truck drivers make in Arkansas?
- The median salary is $51,550 a year ($24.78 an hour), and the average is $57,390, per BLS data for May 2025.
- How much do truck drivers take home in Arkansas?
- About $42,181 a year after federal and Arkansas taxes, or $1,622 every two weeks, for a single filer at the median salary.
- Do truck drivers earn more in Arkansas than the national average?
- Arkansas ranks #45 of 51 for median pay, 12% below the U.S. median of $58,640. Adjusted for prices and taxes it ranks #26.