What nurse anesthetists earn in Arkansas and its metro areas, compared with the rest of the country.
Metro areas as BLS defines them. Click a column to sort.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis, TN-MS-AR | $243,240 | $116.94 | 200 |
| North Arkansas nonmetropolitan area | $260,000 | $125.00 | 50 |
| Texarkana, TX-AR | $199,320 | $95.83 | 40 |
| South Arkansas nonmetropolitan area | $244,510 | $117.55 | 30 |
| Fayetteville-Springdale-Rogers, AR | $86,170 | $41.43 | – |
| Little Rock-North Little Rock-Conway, AR | $224,280 | $107.83 | – |
Nurse Anesthetists in Arkansas earned a median of $224,280 a year ($107.83 an hour) in May 2025, 5% less than the national median of $236,590. The middle half earned $128,690 to $260,400.
Among areas in Arkansas, pay was highest in Memphis, TN-MS-AR at $243,240.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, all industries. Pay doesn't reflect cost of living, overtime or shift differentials.