Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Salary Guide: Arkansas
Average Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Salary
$40.32/hour
The average salary for a Definitive Observation Unit Nurse in Arkansas is $40.32 per hour. This is 6% lower than the US average of $42.81.
Last updated on November 3, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Definitive Observation Unit Nurse salaries in Arkansas compared to National Averages
$40.32/hour
Arkansas
6% lower than the US average.
$42.81/hour
United States
How does the pay for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses in Arkansas compare to nearby states?
Texas pays Definitive Observation Unit Nurses the most, averaging $50 per hour, followed by Illinois ($48) and Kansas ($48). Texas also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $60. For comparison, the Arkansas average for Registered Nurses is $40 per hour — Texas pays 23% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | $50 | $60 |
| Illinois | $48 | $52 |
| Kansas | $48 | $59 |
| Missouri | $47 | $58 |
| Kentucky | $44 | $46 |
| Oklahoma | $43 | $46 |
| Tennessee | $38 | $40 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Definitive Observation Unit Nurse jobs in Arkansas?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses, averaging $33 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $39. For comparison, the Arkansas average for Registered Nurses is $40 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 19% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $33 | $39 |
Last updated on November 3, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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