How to use the Arkansas Paycheck calculator
- Enter your numbers. Fill in annual salary, state, pay frequency, filing status.
- Enter pre-tax deductions details. Fill in 401 contribution, health insurance / paycheck.
- Read your results. Results update instantly. The headline shows the take-home pay per paycheck; the breakdown and table below show the details.
Arkansas income tax in 2026
Arkansas uses progressive brackets. Standard deduction: $2,470 single, $4,940 married filing jointly, $2,470 head of household. Each personal exemption is a $29 credit against tax.
| Rate | Single: taxable income over | Married jointly: over |
|---|---|---|
| 0% | $0 | $0 |
| 2% | $5,500 | $5,500 |
| 3% | $10,900 | $10,900 |
| 3.4% | $15,600 | $15,600 |
| 3.9% | $25,700 | $25,700 |
What makes Arkansas different
Arkansas has cut its top rate several times since 2019, down to 3.9%. It is unusual in using different rate tables depending on income: lower earners get a 0% band and gradual steps, while higher earners use a two-rate table. There are no local income taxes in Arkansas.
- Arkansas uses one rate table for net income up to $92,300 (0% to 3.9%) and a simpler table above that (2% on the first $4,600, 3.9% on the rest).
- Bracket thresholds are 2025 figures; Arkansas had not published 2026 inflation-adjusted tables when this page was reviewed.
- Each filer gets a $29 personal tax credit.
Example take-home pay in Arkansas (2026, single, paid biweekly)
| Salary | Federal tax | FICA | Arkansas tax | Take-home / yr | Per paycheck |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $50,000 | $3,820 | $3,825 | $1,415 | $40,940 | $1,574.62 |
| $75,000 | $7,670 | $5,738 | $2,390 | $59,203 | $2,277.03 |
| $100,000 | $13,170 | $7,650 | $3,687 | $75,493 | $2,903.57 |
Examples assume the 2026 federal standard deduction and no pre-tax deductions.
Worked example
With these inputs: annual salary (gross)$75,000; stateArkansas; pay frequencyEvery 2 weeks; filing statusSingle; 401(k) contribution5%.
The calculator gives a take-home pay per paycheck of $2,170.15 ($56,424 per year · 26 paychecks). Other results: gross pay per check$2,884.62, total tax rate19.8%, federal marginal rate22%, yearly take-home$56,424.
What your results mean
Your Arkansas take-home pay is gross pay minus federal income tax, Social Security (6.2%), Medicare (1.45%), Arkansas income tax, and any pre-tax deductions you enter. On a $100,000 salary a single filer in Arkansas keeps about $75,493 a year in 2026.
Tips
- Pre-tax 401(k) contributions lower both your federal and Arkansas taxable income.
- Update your federal W-4 (and state form, if any) after major life changes.
- Compare with other states: California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware.
Frequently asked questions
Does Arkansas have a state income tax in 2026?
Yes. Arkansas has progressive rates from 0% to 3.9% for 2026, with a standard deduction of $2,470 for single filers.
How much is $75,000 a year after taxes in Arkansas?
About $59,203 per year, or $2,277.03 every two weeks, for a single filer with no pre-tax deductions (2026 estimate).
How much is $50,000 a year after taxes in Arkansas?
About $40,940 per year ($1,574.62 biweekly) for a single filer in 2026.
What percentage of a $100,000 salary goes to taxes in Arkansas?
About 24.5% in 2026 for a single filer: federal income tax $13,170, Social Security and Medicare $7,650, and Arkansas tax $3,687.
What is the top income tax rate in Arkansas?
3.9% on single-filer taxable income above $25,700 in 2026.
Are there local income taxes in Arkansas?
This calculator covers state tax only. Arkansas does not generally levy city or county income taxes on wages, but check your locality.
How is Arkansas income tax withheld from my paycheck?
Your employer withholds Arkansas tax based on your state withholding certificate and pay frequency. This calculator estimates your annual Arkansas tax and spreads it evenly across paychecks, so actual withholding can differ slightly.
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Sources
- Arkansas DFA: withholding tax formula and tables
- Tax Foundation: State Individual Income Tax Rates and Brackets, 2026
- IRS Rev. Proc. 2025-32 (2026 brackets & standard deduction)
- IRS newsroom: 2026 inflation adjustments
- IRS Rev. Proc. 2025-32 §4.26 (2026 QBI thresholds $201,750 / $403,500)
- IRS: Self-employment tax (Social Security and Medicare taxes)
- SSA: 2026 contribution and benefit base ($184,500)
- IRS: 401(k) limit $24,500 for 2026
- IRS Rev. Proc. 2025-32 (2026 brackets & standard deduction)
- IRS newsroom: 2026 inflation adjustments
- IRS Rev. Proc. 2025-32 §4.26 (2026 QBI thresholds $201,750 / $403,500)
- IRS: Self-employment tax (Social Security and Medicare taxes)
- SSA: 2026 contribution and benefit base ($184,500)
- IRS: 401(k) limit $24,500 for 2026