Therapist Salary Guide: Arkansas
Average Therapist Salary
$39.24/hour
The average salary for a Therapist in Arkansas is $39.24 per hour. This is 24% lower than the US average of $48.54.
Last updated on March 7, 2025. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Therapist salaries in Arkansas compared to National Averages
$39.24/hour
Arkansas
24% lower than the US average.
$48.54/hour
United States
How does the pay for Therapists in Arkansas compare to nearby states?
Illinois pays Therapists the most, averaging $52 per hour, followed by Missouri ($47) and Oklahoma ($46). Illinois also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $63. For comparison, the Arkansas average for Therapists is $39 per hour — Illinois pays 33% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | $52 | $63 |
| Missouri | $47 | $60 |
| Oklahoma | $46 | $57 |
| Kansas | $45 | $53 |
| Tennessee | $44 | $60 |
| Louisiana | $43 | $48 |
| Kentucky | $41 | $46 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Therapist jobs in Arkansas?
Patterns Hiring - Perm pays Therapists the most, averaging $51 per hour, followed by Perm Staff Jobs ($37). For comparison, the Arkansas average for Therapists is $39 per hour — Patterns Hiring - Perm pays 30% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Patterns Hiring - Perm | $51 | $51 |
| Perm Staff Jobs | $37 | $37 |
Last updated on March 7, 2025. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
Top Therapist Jobs
Physical Therapist
- Southwest Arkansas Regional Medical Center
- Hope, AR
- 5x8 hrs, Days
$115K-135K/year
approximately $55-65/hrOutpatient Physical Therapist
- Patterns Hiring - Perm
- Batesville, AR
- 4x10 hrs
- Sign-On Bonus
$38-64/hour
Speech Language Pathologist
- HealthSouth Rehabilitation Hospital of Fayetteville
- Fayetteville, AR
$31-43/hour
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