State police · Arkansas · FY 2026
Arkansas State Police pay scale Limited dataTrooper Recruit
A trooper recruit with Arkansas State Police starts at $67,675 in base pay (FY 2026). Top-step pay is not in our data yet.
Base pay only. Overtime, longevity and incentive pay are extra. Effective 2025-07-01.
Key figures
- Academy pay
- Not in our data
- Starting pay
- $67,675
- After probation
- Not in our data
- Top step
- Not in our data
- Years to top
- Not in our data
Annual figures as published.
Pay by rank
| Rank | Minimum | Maximum |
|---|---|---|
| Trooper First Class (after 4.5 years commissioned) | $74,443 | Not in our data |
| Corporal (after 7.5 years commissioned) | $81,887 | Not in our data |
Incentive pay
- Certificate pay up to $1,200 a year (Director discretion)
- Career service pay after 10 years of state service (up to $1,500 a year)
- Up to 10% for second language skills
Notes
Recruits are paid $67,675 starting the day they report to the academy. Troopers move up to Trooper First Class at a $74,443 base after 4.5 years, then to Corporal at an $81,887 base after 7.5 years. ASP does not publish a full step schedule or a top rate for Trooper. The page dates the figures to July 1, 2025, and a newer FY 2027 rate may be in effect.
Frequently asked questions
What is the starting salary for a Arkansas State Police trooper recruit?
Base pay starts at $67,675 a year under the FY 2026 schedule, before overtime and incentives. Annual figures as published.
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