Conveyor Operators and Tenders Salary in East Arkansas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East Arkansas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $36,390 -11.7% vs national
Median hourly $17.50
10th percentile $34,570
90th percentile $47,480
Employed locally 150
National median $41,230

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $34,570
    25th
    $36,210
    50th (median)
    $36,390
    75th
    $47,480
    90th
    $47,480

    Top-paying metros for Conveyor Operators and Tenders

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Western Wyoming nonmetropolitan area $106,830
    Wyoming $75,550
    Southern West Virginia nonmetropolitan area $69,600
    Southwest Virginia nonmetropolitan area $68,140
    Southwest Maine nonmetropolitan area $65,740
    Northern West Virginia nonmetropolitan area $65,030

    Related occupations in East Arkansas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Stockers and Order Fillers$31,130
    Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand$35,330
    Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers$42,480
    Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators$39,920
    Bus Drivers, School$38,080
    First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors$50,550

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Conveyor Operators and Tenders make per hour in East Arkansas?

    The median hourly wage for Conveyor Operators and Tenders in East Arkansas is $17.50, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.83 or more per hour.

    Is East Arkansas above or below average for Conveyor Operators and Tenders salaries?

    The median Conveyor Operators and Tenders salary in East Arkansas is 11.7% below the national median of $41,230. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Conveyor Operators and Tenders in East Arkansas?

    Entry-level Conveyor Operators and Tenders (10th percentile) earn around $34,570 per year in East Arkansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $36,210.