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Arkansas Paycheck Calculator (2026)

Last reviewed: April 20, 2026

Arkansas applies a progressive state income tax with rates from 2% to 4.4% in 2026, the result of several years of rate reductions enacted between 2022 and 2024. The top 4.4% rate kicks in at $10,000 of taxable income for single filers, so most Arkansas wage earners pay close to the top marginal rate. The state has no State Disability Insurance program funded by payroll deductions, and no Arkansas city imposes a broad local income tax on wages. Sales tax and selective excise taxes provide a significant share of state revenue, but they do not affect paycheck withholding. This calculator estimates 2026 Arkansas take-home pay after federal income tax, FICA, and the state's progressive income tax. It supports pre-tax 401(k) and HSA contributions, single and married filing jointly, and standard or itemized deductions.

vs. baseline ($85,000 single filer)

A $85,000 salary in Arkansas takes home approximately $3,600 less than the same salary in a no-income-tax state like Texas or Florida.

Arkansas state tax breakdown

Single-filer state income tax brackets used by the calculator for 2026.

Taxable IncomeRate
$0 - $5,0002%
$5,000 - $10,0004%
$10,000+4.40%

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Arkansas paycheck FAQ

What are Arkansas's 2026 state income tax brackets?
Three brackets: 2% on the first $5,000 of taxable income, 4% on the next slice up to $10,000, and 4.4% on everything above for single filers. The top rate applies to most full-time wage earners.
Has Arkansas been reducing state income tax rates?
Yes. Arkansas has trimmed the top rate in stages from 5.9% to the current 4.4%, with the cuts enacted across the 2022, 2023, and 2024 legislative sessions. Further reductions remain on the legislative agenda.
Why is Arkansas take-home different from neighboring Texas?
Texas has no state income tax, so a Texas resident at the same gross salary keeps the portion that an Arkansas resident pays in state tax. At full-time wages, the gap is roughly 3% to 4% of gross income.
Does Arkansas have State Disability Insurance?
No. Arkansas does not run a State Disability Insurance program funded by employee payroll. Workers who want short-term disability coverage typically obtain it through their employer or a private policy.

Take-home at common salaries for Arkansas

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How This Page Is Reviewed

The Arkansas paycheck page is reviewed against primary federal and state sources before each major tax-year update. Source links below are the references used to validate brackets, wage bases, and supported local taxes.

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Last reviewed

2026-04-20