As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Elevator Operator in Fort Smith, AR is $38,808, equivalent to $19 per hour, $746 weekly, or $3,234 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Elevator Operator in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Elevator Operator in Fort Smith, AR vary widely, spanning from $32,684 to $44,485. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($35,603) and 75th percentile ($41,780), while top earners (90th percentile) make $44,485 per year. This $6,177 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Commitment or Machine Operation, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Fort Smith Elevator Operator often earn 3.3% lower than national averages. However, Fort Smith currently ranks 788 statewide for Elevator Operator job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Elevator Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Elevator Operator Salary $32,684 Fort Smith, AR February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Elevator Operator Salary $35,603 Fort Smith, AR February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Elevator Operator Salary $38,808 Fort Smith, AR February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Elevator Operator Salary $41,780 Fort Smith, AR February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Elevator Operator Salary $44,485 Fort Smith, AR February 01, 2026
25% $35,603 10% $32,684 90% $44,485 75% $41,780 $38,808 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Elevator Operator

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    1 - 3 years experience
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About Fort Smith, Arkansas    Fort Smith is the second-largest city in Arkansas and one of the two county seats of Sebastian County. As of the 2010 Census, the population was 86,20....More

Fort Smith, Arkansas  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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