Source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, SOC 49-3051. Rank and differences are derived from published figures. How we use it.
How Arkansas compares
Arkansas's median is $45,860, $11,690 (20.3%) below the U.S. median. It ranks 42nd, one of the ten lowest-paying 50 states and territories with data.
The top 10% earn $64,280 or more and the bottom 10% under $34,940. That range is narrower than the national one.
About 200 marine mechanics work in Arkansas, 0.9% of the U.S. total. That is close to the U.S. average for a workforce its size.
Pay distribution: Arkansas vs. United States
Arkansas median $45,860
United States median $57,550
- 10th–90th percentile
- 25th–75th percentile
- Median
| Measure | Arkansas annual | Arkansas hourly | U.S. annual | U.S. hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $34,940 | $16.80 | $36,950 | $17.76 |
| 25th percentile | $38,470 | $18.50 | $46,750 | $22.48 |
| Median (50th) | $45,860 | $22.05 | $57,550 | $27.67 |
| 75th percentile | $53,030 | $25.49 | $66,620 | $32.03 |
| 90th percentile | $64,280 | $30.91 | $79,330 | $38.14 |
| Mean (average) | $46,960 | $22.58 | $58,070 | $27.92 |
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Questions about marine mechanic pay in Arkansas
How much does a marine mechanic make in Arkansas?
The median is $45,860 a year, or $22.05 an hour (May 2025). The average is $46,960.
Is Arkansas a good state for marine mechanic pay?
It ranks 42nd of 50, 20.3% below the U.S. median. Living costs are not factored in, so compare with what housing costs where you would work.
How many marine mechanics work in Arkansas?
About 200.