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Pediatric Nurse Salary in Arkansas 2026
Statewide pay overview, hourly rate, top cities, estimated take-home pay, and city-level links for pediatric nurse roles in AR.
Statewide annual estimate
$67,080
$32.25/hr, $1,290/wk, $5,590/mo
State pay snapshot
Hourly
$32.25
Weekly
$1,290
Monthly
$5,590
Annual
$67,080
This is 14% below the national baseline of $78,000 per year for pediatric nurse.
Top paying cities in AR
| City | Hourly | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Little Rock, AR | $33.54 | $69,763 |
| Fayetteville, AR | $33.22 | $69,092 |
| Springdale, AR | $32.25 | $67,080 |
| Fort Smith, AR | $30.96 | $64,397 |
| Jonesboro, AR | $30.64 | $63,726 |
Estimated salary range
10th percentile
$48,298
$23.22/hr
25th percentile
$57,689
$27.74/hr
Median estimate
$67,080
$32.25/hr
75th percentile
$76,471
$36.76/hr
90th percentile
$88,546
$42.57/hr
Take-home pay and taxes
Estimated take-home pay for the statewide salary is about $49,706 per year, or $4,142 per month, using a simplified federal tax assumption and the stored Arkansas state income tax rate. Use a city page calculator to adjust the salary input for a specific offer.
How to increase pay
- Compare offers across the highest-paying cities before accepting a role.
- Ask about shift differential, weekend differential, overtime rules, and call pay.
- Document specialty certifications, high-acuity experience, and unit leadership work.
- Compare total compensation, not only hourly rate: benefits and retirement match matter.
FAQ
How much does a Pediatric Nurse make in Arkansas?
The 2026 statewide estimate is $67,080 per year, or about $32.25 per hour, before taxes.
What are the top cities for Pediatric Nurse salary in AR?
Among the cities in this model, Little Rock, Fayetteville, Springdale currently show the highest local estimates for pediatric nurse pay.
Is Arkansas above or below the national average?
Arkansas is estimated to be 14% below the national baseline for pediatric nurse pay after the state cost-of-living adjustment.
Methodology
Last updated April 29, 2026. State estimates start with a national specialty salary baseline and apply the Arkansas cost-of-living multiplier. City pages add local market multipliers. Estimates are for planning and comparison only.