Surgical Stepdown Nurse Salary Guide: Arkansas
Average Surgical Stepdown Nurse Salary
$40.24/hour
The average salary for a Surgical Stepdown Nurse in Arkansas is $40.24 per hour. This is 21% lower than the US average of $48.76.
Last updated on September 28, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Surgical Stepdown Nurse salaries in Arkansas compared to National Averages
$40.24/hour
Arkansas
21% lower than the US average.
$48.76/hour
United States
How does the pay for Surgical Stepdown Nurses in Arkansas compare to nearby states?
Missouri pays Surgical Stepdown Nurses the most, averaging $50 per hour, followed by Kansas ($44) and Oklahoma ($41). Missouri also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Arkansas average for Registered Nurses is $40 per hour — Missouri pays 24% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Missouri | $50 | $58 |
| Kansas | $44 | $47 |
| Oklahoma | $41 | $46 |
| Tennessee | $38 | $41 |
Last updated on September 28, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.

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