Arkansas Paycheck Calculator
Estimate your 2026 take-home pay in Arkansas after federal income tax, Social Security, Medicare and state income tax from 2% to 3.9%.
Uses 2026 IRS brackets (Rev. Proc. 2025-32), the 2026 Social Security wage base and Arkansas's 2026 tax table. Last reviewed October 4, 2026. Sources · Methodology
Arkansas income tax in 2026
Arkansas has state income tax from 2% to 3.9% across 2 brackets. The state standard deduction is $2,470 for single filers and $4,940 for married couples filing jointly. Each filer also receives a personal credit of $29 ($58 for a couple) taken off the tax itself.
| Rate | Single: taxable income over | Married filing jointly: taxable income over |
|---|---|---|
| 2% | $0 | $0 |
| 3.9% | $4,600 | $4,600 |
Rules this estimate applies for Arkansas
- Arkansas uses a separate, lower table for net income up to $92,300: no tax on the first $5,500, then 2%, 3%, 3.4% and 3.9%. The table above applies to higher incomes. Thresholds are the 2025 amounts.
A small bracket adjustment for net income between $89,601 and $92,700 is not included.
Take-home pay in Arkansas by salary
| Salary | Federal tax | FICA | AR tax | Take-home / year | Per month |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $40,000 | $2,620 | $3,060 | $1,025 | $33,295 | $2,775 |
| $60,000 | $5,020 | $4,590 | $1,805 | $48,585 | $4,049 |
| $80,000 | $8,770 | $6,120 | $2,585 | $62,525 | $5,210 |
| $100,000 | $13,170 | $7,650 | $3,687 | $75,493 | $6,291 |
| $150,000 | $24,734 | $11,475 | $5,637 | $108,154 | $9,013 |
Other taxes and paycheck deductions in Arkansas
| Tax | Rate | Rank among states and DC |
|---|---|---|
| State sales tax | 6.5% | — |
| Average local sales tax | 2.96% | — |
| Combined sales tax | 9.46% | 4 of 51 (1 = highest) |
| Effective property tax on owner-occupied homes (2024) | 0.56% | 37 of 51 (1 = highest) |
On a $400,000 home, the effective property tax rate works out to about $2,240 a year. For purchases, try the sales tax calculator; for a home, the mortgage calculator.
Compare Arkansas with other states
State income tax and take-home pay on a $75,000 salary for a single filer. In Arkansas the figures are $2,390 and $59,203, which ranks 20 of 51 from lowest to highest state income tax.
| State | State income tax | Take-home pay | Difference from Arkansas |
|---|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | $1,864 | $59,729 | +$526 |
| Mississippi | $2,268 | $59,325 | +$122 |
| Missouri | $2,588 | $59,005 | −$198 |
| Oklahoma | $2,830 | $58,763 | −$440 |
| Texas | $0 | $61,593 | +$2,390 |
| Florida | $0 | $61,593 | +$2,390 |
Federal taxes on a Arkansas paycheck
Federal income tax, Social Security (6.2% up to $184,500) and Medicare (1.45%) are the same in every state. The 2026 brackets and the full method are on the main paycheck calculator page.
What this estimate leaves out
- Tax credits, itemized deductions, dependents and income other than wages.
- A separate head of household table: Arkansas figures use the single table for that status.
State income and sales tax data: Tax Foundation, State Individual Income Tax Rates and Brackets, 2026. Property tax data: Tax Foundation, Property Taxes by State and County, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Does Arkansas have a state income tax?
Yes. For 2026, Arkansas has state income tax from 2% to 3.9%.
How much is $75,000 after taxes in Arkansas?
A single filer earning $75,000 in Arkansas keeps about $59,203 a year, or $4,934 a month, after $7,670 federal income tax, $5,738 Social Security and Medicare, and $2,390 Arkansas income tax.
How much is $100,000 after taxes in Arkansas for a married couple?
A married couple filing jointly with $100,000 of wages keeps about $81,148 a year in Arkansas, including $3,562 of state income tax.
How high are property taxes in Arkansas?
Homeowners in Arkansas pay an effective property tax rate of about 0.56% of home value, which ranks 37 of 51 among states and DC (1 is the highest).
What is the sales tax in Arkansas?
The Arkansas state sales tax rate is 6.5%. With the average local rate, the combined rate is about 9.46%.
Related guides
- 2026 Federal Tax Brackets and Standard Deduction, Explained The 2026 federal income tax brackets and standard deduction for single, joint and head of household filers, with a worked example of how marginal rates apply.
- The 9 States With No Income Tax on Wages in 2026 Which nine states do not tax wages in 2026, how much that saves on a $75,000 salary, and the sales taxes those states charge instead.
Sources
- Tax Foundation: state individual income tax rates and brackets, 2026
- Tax Foundation: state and local sales tax rates, 2026
- Tax Foundation, Property Taxes by State and County, 2026
- IRS: tax inflation adjustments for tax year 2026 (Revenue Procedure 2025-32)
- Social Security Administration: contribution and benefit base
Last reviewed October 4, 2026. Results are estimates; see our methodology and disclaimer.