Operating Room Nurse Salary Guide: Arkansas
Average Operating Room Nurse Salary
$40.05/hour
The average salary for an Operating Room Nurse in Arkansas is $40.05 per hour. This is 31% lower than the US average of $52.54.
Last updated on October 4, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Operating Room Nurse salaries in Arkansas compared to National Averages
$40.05/hour
Arkansas
31% lower than the US average.
$52.54/hour
United States
How does the pay for Operating Room Nurses in Arkansas compare to nearby states?
Missouri pays Operating Room Nurses the most, averaging $54 per hour, followed by Kansas ($53) and Texas ($50). Missouri also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $64. For comparison, the Arkansas average for Registered Nurses is $40 per hour — Missouri pays 34% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | $54 | $64 |
| Kansas | $53 | $59 |
| Texas | $50 | $60 |
| Oklahoma | $46 | $46 |
| Tennessee | $40 | $46 |
Last updated on October 4, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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