Auto Body Labor Rates in Arkansas (2025)

Arkansas (AR) body shop labor rates based on industry surveys from 4,000+ shops. Body labor rates in Arkansas are 4% above the national average ($ 78/hr vs. $75/hr national average). Metro areas in Arkansas typically see a 5% premium above statewide rates.

Body Labor

+4%
$78 /hr

National avg: $75/hr. Standard auto body repair work including panel straightening, filler application, and assembly.

Paint / Refinish

+4%
$78 /hr

National avg: $75/hr. Refinishing labor including sanding, priming, basecoat, clearcoat, and blending.

Mechanical

+5%
$115 /hr

National avg: $110/hr. Mechanical repair labor including suspension, steering, engine, and drivetrain work related to collision damage.

Frame / Structural

0%
$100 /hr

National avg: $100/hr. Structural and frame repair requiring specialized equipment like frame racks and measuring systems.

Arkansas vs. National Average

Body Labor
$75/hr nat'l vs. $78/hr AR +4%
Paint / Refinish
$75/hr nat'l vs. $78/hr AR +4%
Mechanical
$110/hr nat'l vs. $115/hr AR +5%
Frame / Structural
$100/hr nat'l vs. $100/hr AR 0%

Sources: autoGMS 2025, Torque360 ($140-150), industry rate ratios

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