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Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria average salary by city in Arkansas
- Jonesboro$39,240
- Fayetteville$35,410
- Hot Springs$34,230
- Little Rock$33,220
- Fort Smith$29,760
Pay, take-home pay and cost of living
| City | Average | Median | 25th pct. | Take-home* | Cost of living |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonesboro | $39,240 | $32,720 | $29,290 | $32,745 | 86 |
| Fayetteville | $35,410 | $33,430 | $29,280 | $29,809 | 91 |
| Hot Springs | $34,230 | $32,140 | $28,440 | $28,905 | 86 |
| Little Rock | $33,220 | $30,480 | $28,820 | $28,130 | 89 |
| Fort Smith | $29,760 | $29,380 | $27,040 | $25,478 | 86 |
*Average salary after federal and state taxes for a single filer; Arkansas tax is estimated with the Department of Finance and Administration's 2026 withholding formula. Cost of living: BEA price parity, U.S. = 100.
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Sources and how to read this page
- Wages: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 estimates for metropolitan areas. SOC code 35-2012.
- U.S. and statewide figures: BLS OEWS national and state estimates, May 2025, every employer including rural areas.
- Cost of living: Bureau of Economic Analysis regional price parities (RPP), 2024; 100 = U.S. average.
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