Truck Driver (Heavy) pay in Arkansas
State median
Public data$22.66/hr
≈ $47,133/year full-time
Pay distribution in Arkansas
25th percentile
$18.34
per hour
Median
$22.66
per hour
75th percentile
$31.35
per hour
Source: BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (BLS May 2023) · bls.gov/oes
Frequently asked questions
How much do truck driver (heavy)s make in Arkansas?
The median pay for truck driver (heavy)s in Arkansas is $22.66/hr (about $47,133/year full-time), according to BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (May 2023). Half earn more, half earn less. The middle 50% fall between $18.34 and $31.35 per hour.
How does Arkansas compare to the national average for truck driver (heavy)s?
Arkansas pays 9% below the national median of $24.90/hr for truck driver (heavy)s. Cost of living, union density, and demand all move state pay relative to the national figure.