Arkansas paycheck taxes at a glance (2026)
| State income tax | Graduated rates from 2% to 3.9% |
|---|---|
| Standard deduction | $2,470 single, $4,940 married |
| Personal exemptions & credits | $29 tax credit per person |
| Local income taxes | None |
| Disability / paid leave deductions | None |
| Federal taxes | Income tax plus Social Security 6.2% and Medicare 1.45% |
Good to know
- 2% on the first $4,600 of taxable income, 3.9% above.
- Standard deduction $2,470 single, $4,940 married.
- $29 personal tax credit for you, your spouse and each dependent.
- No local income taxes in Arkansas.
Arkansas low-income tax tables are not modeled; very low earners may owe less than shown.
Arkansas salary after taxes (2026)
Take-home pay at common Arkansas salaries. The table follows the filing status, pay frequency and deductions you enter above.
| Salary | State & local | Take-home / year | Per paycheck |
|---|---|---|---|
| $30,000 | $957 | $25,328 | $974.14 |
| $40,000 | $1,347 | $32,973 | $1,268.18 |
| $50,000 | $1,737 | $40,618 | $1,562.22 |
| $60,000 | $2,127 | $48,263 | $1,856.26 |
| $75,000 | $2,712 | $58,880 | $2,264.62 |
| $100,000 | $3,687 | $75,493 | $2,903.57 |
| $125,000 | $4,662 | $92,041 | $3,540.05 |
| $150,000 | $5,637 | $108,154 | $4,159.76 |
Arkansas hourly paycheck examples
Weekly take-home pay for common hourly wages in Arkansas. Need a yearly figure? Use the hourly to salary calculator.
| Hourly wage | Weekly gross | Weekly take-home | Yearly take-home |
|---|---|---|---|
| $15.00/hr | $600.00 | $504.71 | $26,245 |
| $18.00/hr | $720.00 | $596.45 | $31,016 |
| $20.00/hr | $800.00 | $657.61 | $34,196 |
| $25.00/hr | $1,000.00 | $810.51 | $42,147 |
| $30.00/hr | $1,200.00 | $963.41 | $50,098 |
| $40.00/hr | $1,600.00 | $1,237.10 | $64,329 |
Arkansas vs. neighboring states
Take-home pay on the same pay — $75,000 a year — in Arkansas and the states around it.
| State | State & local taxes | Take-home / year | Per paycheck |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | $0 | $61,593 | $2,368.94 |
| Texas | $0 | $61,593 | $2,368.94 |
| Louisiana | $1,864 | $59,729 | $2,297.26 |
| Mississippi | $2,268 | $59,325 | $2,281.71 |
| Missouri | $2,534 | $59,059 | $2,271.50 |
| Arkansas | $2,712 | $58,880 | $2,264.62 |
| Oklahoma | $2,830 | $58,763 | $2,260.12 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the Arkansas income tax rate in 2026?
The top rate is 3.9% on taxable income above $4,600; income below that is taxed at 2%. Very low incomes use special low-income tables.
Do Arkansas cities tax wages?
No. Arkansas cities and counties raise money through sales taxes, not income taxes.
What is the Arkansas income tax rate in 2026?
Arkansas has graduated rates from 2% to 3.9%. Deductions, exemptions and credits mean your effective rate is lower than the top rate.
How much is $50,000 a year after taxes in Arkansas?
A single filer earning $50,000 in Arkansas takes home about $40,618 a year, or $1,562.22 every two weeks, after $3,820 federal income tax, $3,825 FICA and $1,737 in Arkansas taxes.
How much is $100,000 after taxes in Arkansas?
About $75,493 a year ($2,903.57 per biweekly paycheck) for a single filer with no pre-tax benefits — a total tax rate of 24.5%.
How much is $25 an hour after taxes in Arkansas?
Working 40 hours a week at $25 an hour, a single filer in Arkansas takes home about $810.51 a week, or $42,147 a year.
How often are the Arkansas rates updated?
We verify federal and Arkansas rates every January and whenever Arkansas changes its law mid-year. Current figures were verified October 31, 2026 for tax year 2026.
Sources
- Arkansas Department of Finance & Administration
- IRS: 2026 inflation adjustments (Rev. Proc. 2025-32)
- IRS Publication 15-T (federal withholding methods)
- SSA: 2026 Social Security wage base ($184,500)
- Tax Foundation: 2026 State Income Tax Rates and Brackets
Rates last verified October 31, 2026 by Easy Paycheck Calculator Editorial Team. See the methodology for every formula.