Travel Surgical Stepdown Nurse Salary Guide: Arkansas
Average Travel Surgical Stepdown Nurse Salary
$1,948/week
The average salary for a Travel Surgical Stepdown Nurse in Arkansas is $1,948 per week. This is 19% lower than the US average of $2,310.
Last updated on November 12, 2026. Based on 215 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.
Travel Surgical Stepdown Nurse salaries in Arkansas compared to National Averages
$1,948/week
Arkansas
19% lower than the US average.
$2,310/week
United States
Average Travel Surgical Stepdown Nurse Weekly Pay Over Time
What cities in Arkansas pay the most for Travel Surgical Stepdown Nurses?
Only Fort Smith, Arkansas reports pay data for Travel Surgical Stepdown Nurses, averaging $1,976 per week. Fort Smith, Arkansas also has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $2,661. For comparison, the Arkansas average for Travel Surgical Stepdown Nurses is $1,948 per week — Fort Smith, Arkansas pays 1% more.
| City | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Smith, Arkansas | $1,976 | $2,661 |
How does the pay for Travel Surgical Stepdown Nurses in Arkansas compare to nearby states?
Kentucky pays Travel Surgical Stepdown Nurses the most, averaging $2,355 per week, followed by Illinois ($2,324) and Missouri ($2,288). Kentucky also has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $4,551. For comparison, the Arkansas average for Travel Surgical Stepdown Nurses is $1,948 per week — Kentucky pays 21% more.
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | $2,355 | $4,551 |
| Illinois | $2,324 | $4,271 |
| Missouri | $2,288 | $3,763 |
| Kansas | $2,181 | $3,650 |
| Oklahoma | $2,165 | $3,967 |
| Alabama | $2,164 | $3,170 |
| Louisiana | $2,024 | $3,308 |
| Texas | $2,005 | $3,402 |
| Mississippi | $2,003 | $3,000 |
| Tennessee | $1,863 | $2,752 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Surgical Stepdown Nurse jobs in Arkansas?
First Connect Health pays Travel Surgical Stepdown Nurses the most, averaging $2,451 per week, followed by Medical Talent ($2,390) and Care Career ($2,207). Care Career has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $2,995. For comparison, the Arkansas average for Travel Surgical Stepdown Nurses is $1,948 per week — First Connect Health pays 26% more.
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| First Connect Health | $2,451 | $2,926 |
| Medical Talent | $2,390 | $2,775 |
| Care Career | $2,207 | $2,995 |
| Reliable Nurse Staffing | $2,196 | $2,196 |
| Medlivo | $2,192 | $2,536 |
| Noor Inc. | $2,159 | $2,159 |
| Malone Healthcare - Nursing | $2,134 | $2,216 |
| Zack Group | $2,130 | $2,293 |
| Vibra Travels | $2,127 | $2,127 |
| HCS 247 | $2,125 | $2,125 |
Last updated on November 12, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
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Step Down Unit RN
- Fort Smith, AR
- Cross Country Nurses
- 3x12 hrs, Nights
- Referral Bonus
$2,200/week
Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Fort Smith, AR
- TRS Healthcare
- 3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,074/week
Stepdown RN
- Fort Smith, AR
- Travel Nurses, Inc.
- 3x12 hrs
$2,065/week
Step Down Unit RN
- Fort Smith, AR
- Cross Country Nurses
- 3x12 hrs, Nights
- Referral Bonus
$1,965/week
Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Fort Smith, AR
- FlexCare Nursing
- 3x12 hrs, Nights
$1,951/week
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